Automation Technician

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The Automation Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance on industrial equipment, including forklift, racking, dock & doors, scissor lifts, tuggers, floor scrubbers, golf carts, robotics, conveyor systems, case sealers & erectors.

3+ years minimum in Automation; own tools required; strong electrical, mechanical, and office skills; excellent communication and teamwork; able to work assigned schedules and be on call.

• Point of contact for customers.
• Perform and complete preventive maintenance (PM) and repairs.
• Facilitate work/repair requests and outside vendor work.
• Provide shift coverage and fill PTO requests.
• Communicate PTO coverage plans with direct supervisor or customers.
• Coordinate warranty requests.
• Facilitate all outside‑of‑scope work.
• Order parts and manage inventory (5S).
• Complete daily work orders and attend monthly safety training.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures, conduct root‑cause analysis, and research warranty/rework opportunities using historical data.
• Complete all repairs in a timely manner following manufacturer guidelines.
• Make judgments on relative costs and benefits of actions.
• Conduct equipment audits per PM tools schedule.
• Communicate with supervisors and coworkers via phone, e‑mail, or in‑person.
• Maintain accurate and timely entry of work hours in Paylocity time‑keeping platform.

• All work must be completed in a safe manner.
• Adhere to customer and Concentric safety requirements.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Complete safety training modules on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• PM Completion
• Tech Efficiency
• Customer Satisfaction
• Inventory Variance
• Work in Progress
• Safety
• Shop Cleanliness & 5S
• Management observations of attitude, diligence, and teamwork.
• Other KPIs as assigned.

• High School or GED Diploma required.
• Minimum 3 years automation experience.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills (480V, 240V, 24V, 48V).
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, hydraulic and pneumatic prints.
• Independent work organization.
• Cross‑cultural teamwork skills.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Basic plumbing, handyman skills.
• Minimum 5 years as automation tech/forklift tech/automation bots.
• Experience with electric forklifts (Crown preferred).
• Understanding of diagnosing electrical components via wiring diagrams.
• Willingness to learn vendor training; self‑motivated, goal oriented, and professional.
• Own hand tools and readiness to purchase needed tools.
• Pass pre‑employment requirements.

• 480V, VFDs, relays, motor controls, electric motors, HMI, contractors, timers, proximity sensors.
• Allen Bradley PLC experience a plus.

• Gearboxes, chains, sprockets, MHE equipment, electric forklifts, hydraulic systems.
• Arc, MIG, TIG welding experience preferred.

• Competitive pay with incentive opportunities and overtime potential.
• Full benefits package starts day one—medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with match.
• 8 paid holidays.
• 128 hours of PTO annually.
• Training and mentoring.
• Advancement opportunities.

Requires sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 100 pounds, and use of PPE. Standard work environment includes moderate to heavy noise; hearing protection may be required.

Work is performed primarily in customer facility locations. Noise is moderate to heavy; hearing protection may be necessary.

The Concentric Company considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Facilities Services