Lead Automation Maintenance Technician

More efficient. More accurate. More accessible. Exol is bringing industry-leading automation to businesses of all sizes through an innovative warehouse-as-a-service model.

Exol is seeking a Lead Automation Maintenance Technician to join our Automation Maintenance team within our Customer Operations organization. Your job will be to lead frontline maintenance activities, troubleshoot complex electromechanical issues, and support the safe, continuous operation of Exol's automated robotic material handling systems.

The Customer Operations organization oversees the daily operation and maintenance of Exol's robotic material handling systems. The team partners closely with onsite customers to promote operational excellence, system availability, quality, safety, and performance. Automation Maintenance technicians support Automated Storage and Retrieval System equipment, including robotic vehicles, Automated Adapters, Vertical Lifts, controls, sensors, and related system interfaces.

• Lead and support technicians performing inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and component replacement on automated robotic vehicles, Automated Adapters, Vertical Lifts, and associated equipment.
• Diagnose complex system anomalies and equipment stoppages using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, electromechanical documentation, and advanced test equipment.
• Adjust, calibrate, repair, replace, and modify system components to support safe and continuous system operation.
• Monitor the flow of material through manual inbound, automated inbound, and automated outbound processes to support system throughput and performance.
• Perform robotic vehicle recovery and maintenance activities within the Exol Matrix Select system, including work in restrictive areas and at height.
• Document inspections, maintenance activity, repairs, parts usage, and equipment status accurately within the Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Train and support technicians on system operation, maintenance procedures, troubleshooting practices, safety requirements, and the communication of production-impacting issues.

• Minimum of 6 years of related experience or equivalent work experience.
• Associate degree or certification in electronics, automotive technology, automation, manufacturing, or a related field, or equivalent practical work experience.
• Advanced electromechanical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers and experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled automated equipment.
• Experience maintaining automated manufacturing, robotic, material handling, conveyor, or Automated Storage and Retrieval System equipment.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment and a Computerized Maintenance Management System to troubleshoot and document maintenance activity.
• Ability to work safely around energized equipment, follow lockout/tagout and fall-protection procedures, climb stairs, work at heights of up to 45 feet, enter restrictive areas as narrow as 24 inches, lift up to 50 pounds, move items weighing up to 80 pounds, and stand or walk for extended shifts in temperatures ranging from 32°F to 105°F.

Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver's licence and the ability to drive and/or fly to client locations and company HQ. Employees may be required to use a personal credit card for business travel expenses, which are reimbursed based on the program guidelines. Eligible employees may receive a corporate credit card based on role and travel requirements, but a personal credit card may be needed during…