Job Title

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Maintenance Technician

Location: St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)

About Vanderlande

Vanderlande is a global leader in logistics process automation, specializing in automated material handling systems for airports, warehouses, and parcel operations. Our innovative solutions help move millions of products and pieces of luggage around the world every day. With a strong focus on technology, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we are committed to delivering reliable solutions for our customers while providing meaningful career opportunities for our employees.

About the Role

Vanderlande is responsible for the service and maintenance of the Baggage Handling System at St. Louis Lambert International Airport. We are seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of this system.

In this role, you will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical components of the baggage handling system, troubleshoot equipment issues, and respond to operational emergencies, including system stoppages, bag jams, alarms, and equipment faults. You will play an important role in minimizing downtime and ensuring the continuous movement of baggage throughout airport operations.

This position operates in a 24/7 airport environment and requires flexibility to work various shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, including inspections, adjustments, cleaning, repairs, and component replacements on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and respond to equipment malfunctions, system stoppages, bag jams, alarms, and emergency callouts to minimize operational downtime.
• Interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation to identify equipment layouts, component locations, and system operations.
• Document maintenance activities, equipment issues, and completed work accurately through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Communicate maintenance activities, equipment status, and operational concerns with the Control Room, management, and other relevant stakeholders.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Technical experience in an industrial, manufacturing, maintenance, or similar environment.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and respond effectively to operational emergencies.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule in a 24/7 airport operation, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an airport security identification badge.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree or vocational training in Industrial Technology, Electrical Automation, or a related field.
• At least one year of experience in industrial maintenance or a related technical field.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Basic knowledge of PLCs, PC-based controls, and automated material handling systems.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Customer-service-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and operational demands.
• Ability to remain calm and solve problems under pressure.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with maintenance equipment and tools.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and willingness to learn and grow within the organization.
• Interest in continuous improvement and identifying opportunities to improve processes and equipment reliability.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Maintenance Technicians work in secured baggage handling areas, maintenance workshops, and other airport operational environments. The role requires working around active automated material handling equipment and responding to maintenance needs within time-sensitive airport operations.

This is an active, hands-on position that requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, and climbing ladders or scaffolding. Employees must be able to lift and carry equipment and materials as required to perform maintenance activities.

Employees are regularly required to communicate verbally and listen to instructions, alarms, and operational communications.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vanderlande is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by law.