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Electro-Mechanical Technician: 1st shift

Reading Truck
Reading, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/29/2025 CLOSED ON 12/31/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electro-Mechanical Technician: 1st shift position at Reading Truck?

How You Will Make An Impact

The Electro-Mechanical Technician is responsible for maintenance of a variety of complex electro-mechanical equipment and systems including fabrication equipment, automation, robotics, and control systems. The Electro-Mechanical Technician is also key contributor in the implementation of new equipment, processes, and technology.

The Nuts and Bolts

  • Fabrication Equipment Maintenance:
  • Service and repair fabrication equipment, including lasers, press brakes, coil lines, and CNC punch presses.
  • Diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
  • Ensure equipment operates efficiently and meets safety standards.
  • System Integration and Implementation:
  • Implement new equipment and technologies into existing systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
  • Provide input on equipment designs and modifications to enhance performance.
  • Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs and inspections.
  • Contribute to the development of maintenance procedures and manuals.
  • Support Across Maintenance Areas:
  • Assist other maintenance areas as needed when not servicing automated equipment.
  • Provide support in various maintenance tasks to ensure overall operational efficiency.
  • Provides emergency unscheduled repairs, which may require overtime and weekends
  • Provides regular preventative maintenance on machines and equipment
  • Aids with facility snow removal
  • PLC and Controls Maintenance:
  • Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of PLC systems and control mechanisms.
  • Conduct diagnostics and repairs to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Robotics and Automation Maintenance:
  • Maintain and troubleshoot robotic systems and automated machinery.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance and calibration to optimize performance.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to implement automation upgrades and enhancements.

Required Credentials

Education:

  • Associate’s degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electro-mechanical engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in maintenance, with a focus on fabrication and automated equipment.
  • Experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of PLC, controls, robotics, automation, and complex electro-mechanical systems.

Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing fabrication equipment, including lasers, press brakes, and CNC punch presses.

  • Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
  • Familiarity with preventive maintenance practices and reliability-centered maintenance.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Skills and Abilities:
  • Willing to work overtime and varied shift assignments as required
  • Must have industrial electrical knowledge
  • Ability to follow diagrams, prints, sketches, operating manuals and engineering specifications
  • Ability to provide technical input on designs and troubleshoot maintenance-related issues.
  • Ability to follow all OSHA safety standards in all work that is performed, (Lock Out Tag Out)
  • Ability to be certified to operate fork trucks, power workers, and aerial lifts.
  • Ability to work off ladders and aerial lift
  • Ability to diagnose equipment and systems
  • Ability to accurately read all types of measuring devices
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
  • Must have a proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Some of Our Total Rewards

We offer big company perks with small company culture:

  • Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tool Purchase Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off and 10 Observed (Paid) Holidays
  • Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
  • Paid Training and Development Programs

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

AGENCIES / THIRD PARTY RECRUITING FIRMS: Any unsolicited submissions received from third party agencies will be considered property of Reading Truck, and we will not be held liable for any fees related to those submissions.

To learn more about Careers with Reading Truck visit our careers page https://www.readingtruck.com/about/careers/

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