Electro-Mechanical Technician
Americold Logistics, LLC., Russellville, AR, United States
Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World.
For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature‑controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well‑being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.
About Us
Americold is a global provider of temperature‑controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches food suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.
What You’ll Do
Works under general supervision, individually and on a team, performing maintenance activities on Electrical and Mechanical Systems in a cold storage automated facility.
Primary Proficiency: Electrical and Mechanical systems – For example; various types of conveyors, turntables, palletizers, pallet dispensers, stretch wrapping machines, label printers, trolleys, high bay/low bay cranes, pallet and/or case shuttles, VFD’s, Servo Motors, sensors, etc.
Secondary Proficiency: Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Robotics, Vision Systems, etc.
Performs preventative and corrective maintenance activities, troubleshooting, overhauls/rebuilds, and continuous improvement activities
Maintains accurate record of work performed via CMMS
Keeps work area clean and performs housekeeping duties as required
Performs related work and other job assignments as required
Experience And Education You Need
3–7 years electro‑mechanical systems (mechatronics) maintenance experience in an automated facility or equivalent is required
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or equivalent is preferred
Certifications or formal training in related experiences are preferred
What Could Set You Apart
Experience using Lockout Tagout (LOTO) procedures and devices
Understands principles of lubrication, power transmission (sprockets, chains, belts, bearings, etc)
Understands electrical safety including arc flash and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Understands principles of electrical system, tools, techniques and troubleshooting
Understanding of concepts of how electrical systems and components fail
Knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems
Proficient working with electrical wiring of equipment, system control panels, and diagrams/schematics
Understanding of Safety Devices (i.e., light curtains, door locks, safety relays)
Proficient with sensors and devices (i.e., photoeyes, proximity sensors, limit switches)
Ability to demonstrate technical skills in an on‑the‑job training type of environment for other maintenance team members
Understanding of precision maintenance techniques and associated tools
Understanding of concepts of preventative and predictive maintenance techniques, tools, and processes
Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Knowledge of SAP or Oracle is preferred
Strong communication skills
Strong problem‑solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team as needed
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, as well as interpret drawings and equipment diagrams
Physical Requirements
Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions
Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching, or bending
Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work
Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks
May require travel by automobile and airplane
May require visiting facility operations in temperatures at or below freezing
May carry loads related to travel and occasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 20 pounds
Requires the use of various electronic tools
Occasionally works evenings or weekends in order to complete objectives or to attend meetings
Requires the ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions: must partner with colleagues without exhibiting behavioral extremes
Requires the performance of work activities including reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to constructive feedback from executive management
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
EOE/AA M/F/D/V.
What We Offer
At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values‑driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world.
U.S. Only: Americold offers a range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, STD/LTD coverage, 401(k) with Company match, FSA, life insurance, EAP, and paid time off, some of which may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
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For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature‑controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well‑being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.
About Us
Americold is a global provider of temperature‑controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches food suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.
What You’ll Do
Works under general supervision, individually and on a team, performing maintenance activities on Electrical and Mechanical Systems in a cold storage automated facility.
Primary Proficiency: Electrical and Mechanical systems – For example; various types of conveyors, turntables, palletizers, pallet dispensers, stretch wrapping machines, label printers, trolleys, high bay/low bay cranes, pallet and/or case shuttles, VFD’s, Servo Motors, sensors, etc.
Secondary Proficiency: Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Robotics, Vision Systems, etc.
Performs preventative and corrective maintenance activities, troubleshooting, overhauls/rebuilds, and continuous improvement activities
Maintains accurate record of work performed via CMMS
Keeps work area clean and performs housekeeping duties as required
Performs related work and other job assignments as required
Experience And Education You Need
3–7 years electro‑mechanical systems (mechatronics) maintenance experience in an automated facility or equivalent is required
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or equivalent is preferred
Certifications or formal training in related experiences are preferred
What Could Set You Apart
Experience using Lockout Tagout (LOTO) procedures and devices
Understands principles of lubrication, power transmission (sprockets, chains, belts, bearings, etc)
Understands electrical safety including arc flash and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Understands principles of electrical system, tools, techniques and troubleshooting
Understanding of concepts of how electrical systems and components fail
Knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems
Proficient working with electrical wiring of equipment, system control panels, and diagrams/schematics
Understanding of Safety Devices (i.e., light curtains, door locks, safety relays)
Proficient with sensors and devices (i.e., photoeyes, proximity sensors, limit switches)
Ability to demonstrate technical skills in an on‑the‑job training type of environment for other maintenance team members
Understanding of precision maintenance techniques and associated tools
Understanding of concepts of preventative and predictive maintenance techniques, tools, and processes
Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Knowledge of SAP or Oracle is preferred
Strong communication skills
Strong problem‑solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team as needed
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, as well as interpret drawings and equipment diagrams
Physical Requirements
Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions
Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching, or bending
Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work
Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks
May require travel by automobile and airplane
May require visiting facility operations in temperatures at or below freezing
May carry loads related to travel and occasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 20 pounds
Requires the use of various electronic tools
Occasionally works evenings or weekends in order to complete objectives or to attend meetings
Requires the ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions: must partner with colleagues without exhibiting behavioral extremes
Requires the performance of work activities including reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to constructive feedback from executive management
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
EOE/AA M/F/D/V.
What We Offer
At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values‑driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world.
U.S. Only: Americold offers a range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, STD/LTD coverage, 401(k) with Company match, FSA, life insurance, EAP, and paid time off, some of which may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
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