Automation Technician
Actalent · Jackson, GA · Yesterday
On-siteManagement$30–$38/hrContract
About the role
The Automation Maintenance Tech leads a team of engineers responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing advanced automated and robotic systems in a high-tech warehousing and distribution environment. In this role, you become the subject matter expert on automation technologies such as automated adapters, vertical lifts, automated storage and retrieval systems, and fleets of robotic vehicles. You ensure reliable operation of these systems, oversee their integration within the broader automation structure, and provide training and support to team members.
Responsibilities
- Lead and perform inspections on automated storage and retrieval systems, including automated robotic vehicles, automated adapters, and vertical lifts.
- Support and lead continuous operation of automation equipment by adjusting, calibrating, repairing, replacing, or modifying system components as needed.
- Monitor and manage the flow of the automated storage and retrieval system through the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, and automatic outbound processes, to achieve maximum throughput and cases per hour.
- Troubleshoot anomalies and stoppages in automated robotic vehicles using schematic and wiring diagrams as well as advanced test equipment, applying strong electro-mechanical diagnostic skills.
- Interpret electro-mechanical diagrams to identify faults and implement effective corrective actions.
- Ensure high-quality maintenance work and complete, accurate documentation in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Communicate production-impacting problems clearly and promptly to relevant team members, including proposed corrective actions and estimated time required for both routine and emergency maintenance.
- Perform automated robotic vehicle recovery within the automation matrix system, including work in restrictive environments as required.
- Carry out minor utility and fabrication tasks such as machining holes and brackets, cutting steel, aligning sensors, and attaching components to support system functionality.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area by cleaning equipment and removing replaced parts and debris after repairs are completed.
- Provide training, guidance, and support to team members on system operation, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Collaborate with onsite operations and customer teams to drive operational excellence, focusing on quality, safety, and system performance.
- Follow all safety requirements and protocols, including lockout/tagout and fall protection procedures, while working at heights, in restrictive spaces, and around moving equipment.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support reliable and efficient operation of automated warehousing and distribution systems.
Essential Skills
- Minimum of 5 years of experience working with mechanical automation systems.
- Degree and/or certification in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing, or equivalent work experience.
- Proficiency in performing all inspection functions on automated systems and equipment.
- Strong electro-mechanical skills, including the ability to read and interpret schematic and wiring diagrams.
- Strong experience with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems, including PLC programming and troubleshooting.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems, warehouse automation systems, automated distribution systems, and automated warehouse technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting automation systems such as conveyor systems,