Automation Maintenance Technician

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USA Joliet, IL

Time type: full time
Posted on: October 15, 2026
Job requisition : R7400

Symboticis seeking a Maintenance Technician at alllevels. As aMaintenance

Technician you willbe responsibleforrepairingandcalibratingour automated and robotic systems. These systems are Symbotic’sautomatedadapters,vertical lifts, and Symbotic’sfleet of automated robotic vehicles. You willbe responsible forsystemupkeepand operations of automated adapters used tointerfacewiththe

Symboticstructure.

As the Maintenance

Technician you willbecomethe system expert including all mechanical, PLC, electrical or electronic subsystems.

Our Maintenance Technician team ispart of the Customer Operations organization whichis responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of Symbotic’srobotic material handling system. The Customer Operations organization drives operational excellence by engaging and partnering with our onsite customers to drive best-in-class quality,safetyandsystem performance.

• Perform inspections on systems associated with Automated Storage and Retrieval System of automated robotic vehicles and Automated Adapters/ Lifts.

• Lead continuous operation by adjusting, calibrating, repairing,replacingormodifyingsystem components.

• Process andmonitorthe flow of the automated storage and retrieval system, through means of the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, automatic outbound, to achievemaximumthroughput and cases per hour.

• Troubleshoot automated robotic vehicle anomalies and stoppages using schematic and wiring diagrams as well as advanced test equipment.

• Perform periodic system inspections within expected durations on all equipment and thoroughly document all actions and repairs to include parts used and labor. Ensure quality maintenance and complete documentation via the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Effective communication of production impacting problems and suggested actions, including approximate time required for corrective and emergency maintenance torequiredteam members.

• Must be able to work in a dynamic environment and changecoursebased on immediate business needs.

• Cleanup of equipment and removal of replaced parts from work areas after repairs are completed.

• Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in theSymbotic
  
  Matrix select system to include working in restrictive environments.

• Responsible for minor utility work such as machining holes,brackets;cutting steel;aligning sensors;attaching
  
  Unistrut;etc.).

• Responsible for troubleshooting, calibration, set up, and tool changes on Robotic arms.

• Responsible for continuous cleaning and adhering to 5S policies.

• Perform Cell Operator functions as needed.

• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

• Associate degree and/or certification in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing or equivalent work experience preferred.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience with mechanical automation systems or educational/training equivalent

• Manage andleadadvanced troubleshooting skills and ability to follow electro-mechanical diagrams.

• Must be able tooperateand run Automated systems

• Experience with PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) knowledge and troubleshooting.

• Advanced troubleshooting skills and ability to follow electro-mechanical diagrams.

• Proficient in performing all Inspection functions.

• Ability to work independently of supervisor following procedures and manuals.

• There will be steep stairs to climb into the structure.

• You will regularly be near railings that are high off the ground.

• Subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes. Must be capable of working in…