Automation Technician Jobs

Position Overview

The Automation Technician provides technical support for automated material handling equipment in customer warehouses and distribution centers. The Position works with PLC Engineers, Software Developers, and Software Support Engineers to install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair mechanical systems. The Position is part of a customer service team in-residence to ensure systems are running at peak efficiency with maximum uptime.

Essential Functions

· Troubleshoots PLC code, automation and network hardware failures and errors.

· Troubleshoot, repair, calibrate and align electrical and mechanical automated system machines.

· Interpretation electrical, mechanical and layout drawings.

· Supporting new machine builds, installations and modifications.

· Monitors automated system machine performance.

· Actively communicate with team members, project manager and software developers during system failures.

· Effectively communicates with customers in high-impact scenarios.

· May travel to other sites for paid training.

· Works independently with little or no supervision.

Qualification Requirements

· A degree/diploma in Electrical, Robotics, Electromechanical or Similar.

· Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal and problem solving skills.

· Valid Driver’s License

· 1-3 years of equipment maintenance experience in fully automated environment.

· Knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles, motors, drivers, belts and

bearings.

· Experience with Siemens PLC and automation architecture is a strong asset.

What’s in it for you?

• Excellent performance bonuses
• Educational reimbursement
• Work-life balance
• Competitive compensation plan
• Safe work environment
• RRSP match
• Discount programs and referral incentives
• Excellent opportunities for internal growth
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (all premium costs paid by us!)

How to apply?

We would love to hear from you!

If you are interested in this role, follow the instructions on this page to submit an online application

Want to know more about us?

As the leading provider of intralogistics solutions, SSI SCHAEFER is always looking for dedicated employees who would like to shape the future of intralogistics with us. Our product spectrum ranges from highly dynamic storage and logistics systems to state-of-the-art workshop, company and office equipment to innovative products for waste engineering and recycling.

SSI SCHAEFER developed all of the products and solutions with the passion and expertise of many people. That is why employee satisfaction is so important to us and why we value your dedication. More than 9,500 employees at 70 worldwide operative subsidiaries and at more than ten domestic and international production sites work to create the outstanding quality of the SSI SCHAEFER brand. Please visitwww.ssi-schaefer.com

Our organization will, on request, provide accommodations for disabilities to support your participation in all aspects of our Recruitment Process.