Technician

About the role

Role Overview
 
As a Technician at Boxbot, you’ll play a critical role in building, testing, and maintaining our robotic delivery systems. Working closely with engineering, operations, and deployment teams, you’ll help ensure our technology performs reliably both in-house and at customer sites. This is a hands-on role where technical expertise, problem-solving, and adaptability come together to support Boxbot’s mission.
 
What You’ll Do
- Assemble, test, and troubleshoot robotic systems and supporting infrastructure
- Support the development and refinement of standard operating procedures
- Collect, analyze, and document system performance data during testing and deployments
- Assist engineering teams with prototype builds, field tests, and feasibility projects
- Provide on-site technical support during installations, commissioning, and maintenance
- Perform electrical wiring, harness assembly, and connector installations
- Contribute to process improvements by documenting best practices and lessons learned
 
Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical systems, robotics, or automation hardware
- Proficiency with fabrication tools, wiring, and electrical connectors
- Familiarity with industrial controls, networking, or system integration
- Ability to interpret electrical/mechanical drawings and perform precise measurements
- Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to deliver practical field fixes under tight deadlines
- Comfortable working in industrial environments and with equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks
- Bonus skills: electrical panel building, machining, or CNC operation
- A team-oriented mindset, eagerness to learn, and adaptability in a fast-moving environment
 
Location & Travel
 This role is based in Alameda, CA. Travel may be required for system installations, testing, and customer support. Willing to travel occasionally during project deployments (up to 2-3 weeks at a time). Maximum 25% travel time.
 
Compensation
 Boxbot offers competitive pay, equity, and benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience and aligned with Bay Area market rates.