Automation Technician ll

Position Overview

As an Automation Technician II, you will maintain an automated material handling system. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining continuous system operation by troubleshooting, repairing, testing, and performing preventive maintenance activities.

• Maintain all systems and subsystems of an automated material handling system. Ensure rapid equipment return to serviceability by performing thorough in-depth troubleshooting on any non-functioning or faulted system, subsystem or component. Keep management informed of specific problems and suggested actions, including approximate time required for repairs.
• Remove and replace controls components, reload parameters for PLC product lines, and other components such as server-based controls or industrial PCs.
• Troubleshoot and replace field bus communication components on the material handling conveyor systems, including addressing components and running diagnostics. Remove and replace mechanical parts of the conveyor such as repairing broken chain, belting, rollers, drive motors, realigning or replacing control system sensors (photo-eyes) and proximity sensors. Diagnose and replace as required electronic sensors including reprogramming and alignment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on multi‑axis robotic arms and end‑of‑arm tools. Be proficient with conveyor maintenance including preventive maintenance (PM) actions on automated conveyor equipment as directed.
• Document repairs, PMs, parts usage and time by completing work orders in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Responsible for cleanup of equipment and removal of replaced parts from work areas after repairs are completed.
• Assist and train other automation team technicians in troubleshooting and repairs of any equipment as required, consistent with level of experience and training.
• Travel required:
  
  No.

Saturday – Tuesday 10:00 PM – 8:30 AM.

Starting at $26–$33 per hour.

• Associate degree for electro‑mechanical studies or 3–5 years equivalent experience in the electro‑mechanical field.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical or electronic schematics, mechanical diagrams and illustrated parts breakdowns for troubleshooting and repairs, while understanding complex automated system drawings and component specification sheets.
• Possess sufficient electrical or mechanical aptitude to replace electrical and mechanical components of Symbotic Rovers (BOTS) and perform preventive maintenance.
• Working knowledge of 480, 277, and 120‑volt electrical systems (single and three‑phase). Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Experience welding with stick or MIG is a plus.
• Experience with MS Office programs:
  Excel, Word and Outlook. Ability to work independently following procedures and manuals.
• Good mobility, physical exertion, walking, bending, reaching, climbing ladders, carrying tools and parts.

• Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision).
• Company‑matched 401‑k.
• Paid training.
• Weekly pay.
• PTO and holiday pay offered.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee health