Automation Mechanic
About The Position
The Automation Mechanic supports, maintains, and improves automated systems across a facility, including PLCs, robotics, sensors, vision systems, and industrial networks. The role involves hands-on troubleshooting and repair of automated manufacturing and material handling equipment, preventive and predictive maintenance, and collaboration with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to maintain safety, reliability, throughput, and uptime. The mechanic documents repairs, system changes, and maintenance activities in the CMMS and supports equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience supporting automated or industrial equipment.
- Strong understanding of electrical and control systems.
- Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced industrial or distribution environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Ability to stand, walk, and work on equipment for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation.
- Ability to work safely around moving machinery, electrical systems, and elevated platforms.
- Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or on-call as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or technical certification in Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical, or Industrial Technology.
- Experience with robotics, servo systems, and vision systems.
- Knowledge of industrial networking, including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, or DeviceNet.
- Familiarity with CMMS and preventive maintenance programs.
- Manufacturing or high-speed distribution environment experience.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair automated manufacturing and material handling equipment.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on automation, electrical, and control systems.
- Troubleshoot PLCs, HMI panels, and VFDs.
- Support robotic systems, including setup and recovery.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, control diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
- Support new equipment installations, upgrades, and system modifications.
- Maintain safety standards when working with high-voltage and automated systems.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Operations to improve reliability, throughput, and uptime.
- Document repairs, system changes, and preventive maintenance activities in the CMMS.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with shift differentials and overtime opportunities.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) and retirement savings options.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Ongoing technical training and development.
- Wellness programs and other resources, based on eligibility.
- Opportunities for career growth into senior technician or engineering roles.
- CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
