Service Technician

Resident Service Technician (Robotic Forklifts / AGVs) — Ohio (On-site)

We’re hiring a Resident Service Technician based in Dayton Ohio to support after‑sales maintenance operations for robotic forklift/AGV systems installed at customer sites across the Americas region.

This is a customer‑facing, hands‑on role where you’ll own reliability, performance, and maintenance of advanced autonomous material handling equipment—working directly with on‑site teams and acting as a key link between the customer and the engineering/service organisation.

$70,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

• Maintain and repair a fleet of robotic forklifts at a primary customer site (up to 10% travel to secondary sites)
• Troubleshoot and repair robotic lift truck equipment including lasers, sensors, and communication systems
• Perform preventive maintenance (lubrication, cleaning, replacement of worn parts)
• Document action plans, interventions, and final resolutions for support services
• Calibrate robotic AGVs to ensure optimal performance
• Conduct routine inspections, testing, and quality checks
• Perform robot retrofits and hardware upgrades
• Support installation phases and project ramp‑up
• Provide on‑the‑job training to customer users when required
• Test new hardware and support continuous improvement initiatives

• 3–5 years of mechanical experience in automotive, aviation, or forklift maintenance
• Solid knowledge of hydraulics, electrical, and charging systems
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
• Strong communication skills and a customer‑oriented mindset
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport
• High school diploma (Associate’s degree preferred)
• Ability to pass a background check

• Electrical forklift experience (strong plus)
• Spanish or French language skills

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering, Manufacturing, and Customer Service

Automation Machinery Manufacturing, Robotics Engineering, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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