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Electromechanical Technician I: 1st shift at Reading Truck

Reading Truck Reading, PA

Job Description

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

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.

How We Make an Impact

At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!

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.

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Typical mid-level pay: $71k for Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$71k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$48k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $110k

Slight candidate advantage

Strong hiring activity gives you options. Use competing offers strategically.

Hiring leverage
Lean candidate
Wage leverage
Balanced
Mobility
Moderate
Durability
Mostly durable

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+1%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
Typical: Associate's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024