THE ROLE
Work that directly supports automated material handling projects.
ALC’s mechanical installation work covers small through large material handling projects, including conveyor systems, AS/RS equipment, sortation, pallet handling and related machinery. This role requires hands-on mechanical installation experience and the ability to work from drawings in a fast-moving project environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
What you’ll do
- Install conveyors and complex automated material handling machinery.
- Support installation of equipment such as AS/RS cranes, sortation systems and pallet-handling systems.
- Mechanically install and test guarding and related safety systems.
- Read blueprints and installation drawings and translate them into field work.
- Align, assemble and troubleshoot mechanical equipment during installation.
- Support team coordination and train other personnel when required.
- Operate forklifts, scissor lifts or similar equipment when qualified or trained.
QUALIFICATIONS
What we’re looking for
- Minimum five years of experience installing industrial machinery such as conveyors or material handling equipment.
- Ability to mechanically install complex automated systems and equipment.
- College degree preferred by the current ALC posting.
- Welding certification preferred.
- Hydraulic and pneumatic knowledge preferred.
- Fluent English and ability to work in a multicultural team environment.
- Ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
- Clean driving record and willingness to travel extensively throughout the United States.
PROJECT ENVIRONMENT
What to expect.
Large-scale equipment
Projects can involve long conveyor runs, sortation systems, AS/RS equipment and other complex machinery.
Hands-on execution
This is a field installation role requiring practical mechanical skills and problem-solving.
Mobility
The current ALC role description states approximately 90% travel throughout the U.S.
Content basis: ALC’s current Mechanical Installer posting, with “Millwright” added to clarify the nature of the work.