Mechatronics and Robotics Apprentice

About the Role

• Install, alter, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electronic, mechanical, control, and robotic equipment in a fulfillment/distribution center. • Follow safety policies, work processes, and technical documentation while shadowing experienced advisors. • Operate and program PLCs and collaborate with automation and robotics engineers. • Perform scheduled, predictive, and preventive maintenance on high‑performance manufacturing systems. • Diagnose malfunctions, adjust components, and verify system functionality. • Communicate effectively with machine operators and coordinate with fellow technicians. • Handle physical tasks including lifting up to 49 lb, repetitive motions, and work in confined or noisy environments.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸equipment maintenance
• ▸safety compliance
• ▸plc programming
• ▸preventive maintenance
• ▸fault diagnosis
• ▸operator liaison

What You Bring

The Mechatronics Junior Technician Apprentice program teaches participants to install, alter, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electronic, mechanical, computer, control, and robotics equipment in a complex fulfillment/distribution center through classroom, laboratory, and on‑the‑job training while adhering to health and safety policies. Apprentices follow work processes closely, shadow technical advisors, and collaborate within team environments both in school and on the shop floor. They work with technical documentation, computers, material‑transfer conveyors, and learn to identify and resolve malfunctions under experienced guidance, as well as gain hands‑on experience with PLCs and robotics alongside automation engineers. As a Mechatronics Junior Technician, the role combines electronic, mechanical, computer, and control skills to service high‑performance manufacturing systems. Responsibilities include scheduled, predictive, and preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, coordinating with other technicians, communicating with machine operators, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Required qualifications include being 18 years or older, possessing a high school diploma or GED, achieving a minimum score on a Mechanical Aptitude Test, basic computer skills, and the ability to travel for a 12‑week training at one of three sites in Indiana, Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina, or Texas. Preferred qualifications are at least one year of experience in preventive or predictive maintenance, working with mechanical or electrical components, and handling compressors and pneumatics. The position demands physical endurance, including repetitive bending, crouching, lifting parts averaging 20 lb (up to 49 lb), and dexterity for eye‑hand coordination. Working conditions may involve confined spaces, dust, fumes, temperature extremes, noise, vibration, concrete floors, heights, and moving bulky equipment. This on‑site role is based in Kenosha, WI, does not provide visa sponsorship, and requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States. • Meet minimum requirements: 18+, high school diploma/GED, pass mechanical aptitude test, basic computer proficiency, and ability to travel for 12‑week training. • Preferred: ≥1 year experience in preventive maintenance, mechanical/electrical components, compressors, and pneumatics.

Requirements

• ▸high school
• ▸mechanical aptitude
• ▸preventive maintenance
• ▸plc
• ▸robotics
• ▸pneumatics

Benefits

JLL offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan with company matching, full medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave at 100 % salary, paid time off and holidays, and early wage access through Daily Pay, all within a supportive culture that prioritizes wellbeing. • Receive 401(k) matching, comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, 100 % paid parental leave, PTO, holidays, and Daily Pay wage access.

Work Environment

Onsite