Automation Mechanic

Albertsons • Irvine, CA

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About The Position

The Automation Mechanic performs scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs on facility assets. The role provides customer support, helps maximize equipment uptime, and delivers automation maintenance support. It also plays a critical role in root cause analysis and reporting.

The work includes maintenance and troubleshooting in warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, and industrial environments, with a combination of office-based and field-based duties. The mechanic may support off-shift operations and emergency response activities as needed. Before applying, applicants are required to inform their manager of their desire to apply for a new position.

Requirements

• Vocational school education, related military experience, or equivalent job experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in at least three of the following areas: software development, preferably logistics-related; controls development, preferably on conveyor or similar equipment; AMR, AGV, or SDV installation, configuration, and service; mechanical installation and integration, preferably on high-automation projects; service and troubleshooting.
• Clear and effective communication style.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams to extract technical information.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• PC computer software and hardware literacy.
• Basic computer networking skills.
• Experience with work order management systems such as Sales Force, EAM, or INFOR.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on associated assets as directed by the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Provide corrective and reactive maintenance on plant assets as required.
• Conduct root cause analysis of asset failures to help prevent recurrence.
• Complete work orders to verify compliance, team performance, and labor allocation.
• Participate in start-up services to support smooth transitions from project teams to service teams.
• Train others in support, recovery, and maintenance.
• Assist management with parts orders, consumables, repair and return of defective parts, warranty services, and requests for information about systems.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through a partnership with Stream.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• Inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed