AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN 1

Responsibilities

• Maintain the optimal performance of the automated system and its integrated automation components and controls.
• Diagnose system faults, implementing timely resolutions, and ensuring continuous operational efficiency.
• Practice proactive measures to reduce system downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and other technical documentation to perform repairs as directed.
• Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance activities as directed.
• Escalates breakdowns and system outages acting as a key liaison between warehouse operations, automation providers, and USCS Engineering to help resolve errors.
• Participate in continuous improvement teams as needed.
• Adapt work schedules as required to ensure timely completion of multiple projects and support organizational priorities.
• Demonstrate a team-oriented and collaborative approach by working effectively with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical issues with automated equipment as directed.
• Effectively multi-task across competing responsibilities while ensuring accuracy, organization, and timely completion of deliverables.
• Operate forklifts and boom lifts, including safely performing work at elevated heights.
• Participate in secondary job tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Two years maintenance experience in a manufacturing or distribution center environment.
• Strongly preferred: Advanced technical training in maintenance.
• Basic electrical skills including but not limited to troubleshooting and replacing/adjusting cables, sensors, reflectors.
• Basic mechanical skills including but not limited to troubleshooting and replacing/adjusting chains, rollers.
• Must be able to read / understand electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Basic understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Strong computer skills with familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience: Two years maintenance experience in a manufacturing or distribution center environment.
• Other Abilities: The requirements described below are representative of those required to perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties.