Industrial Automation Technician

Position Summary

The Automation Integration & Installation position is an intermediate level production and service position that is responsible for integrating, installing, maintaining, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing automation equipment – particularly equipment that DeGeest Corporation sells to external customers. The role involves working closely with engineers and other team members to ensure the reliable operation and optimal performance of automated machinery and processes. The position’s primary focus is preparing and integrating robots and automation systems in-house to then travel and install these units at customer locations. The position also requires the ability to perform service calls, tech questions, and service and preventive maintenance travel to customer locations. Travel is an important factor in this position. Typical travel is 16 weeks per year but could be up to 25 weeks or more if customer demand exists.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and install robotic finishing systems.
• Execute mechanical assembly of robotic finishing systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs to clients of installed equipment.
• Support customer service calls and aid in troubleshooting.
• Understand and follow verbal and written work instructions and/or blueprints, including system build-sheets.
• Administer communication of project status and maintain records and reports to management team.

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• 0 years of experience.
• Preferred education – Completion of a 2 or more-year post-secondary training program in robotics, mechatronics, or industrial technology.
• Preferred candidates will have experience in electronics and/or the technical repair and maintenance of industrial equipment. A strong background in electrical work is highly valued for this role, and individuals with experience as electricians are strongly encouraged to apply.

Licensing/Registration/Certification

• Valid Driver’s License, TSA Precheck Eligibility

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying materials.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

Required Skills

• Strong attention to detail with ability to focus on a given task.
• Enthusiastic about learning new skills and technology.
• Effective time-management tactical approach to work prioritization.
• Commitment to continued development through the DeGeest Strong Standard Program.
• Read, speak, and write the English language.
• Good communication skills.

Benefits

• To better serve our employees, we offer competitive benefits as follows
• Hiring Salary Range: $25.00-$35.00/hour
• Bonus Programs
• Insurance
• Medical – Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• Dental and Vision Plans
• STD/LTD and Voluntary Life/AD&D Plans
• Investments
• 401k with a company match
• Holidays/PTO
• 9 Paid Holiday, 1 Floating Holiday
• Paid Time Off
• Additional Incentives
• Safety glasses and steel toe boots reimbursement
• Work shirts provided by DeGeest

Pay

Final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is eligible for a bonus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DeGeest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.