Automation Technician - 3rd Shift

ACE Hardware•Wilmer, TX

2d•$26 - $32

About The Position

Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) Technician What You’ll Do Connects a maintenance PC to a PLC and step through and understand the PLC program to troubleshoot controls failures, and make minor code changes under the direction of Engineering. Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices. Perform routine preventive maintenance or repair to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate. Inspect, operate, or test machinery, equipment, or systems to diagnose machine malfunctions. Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary. Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment. Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions, following checklists. Record type and cost of maintenance or repair work. Log all service work performed, downtime during repair, and account for equipment service requests. Maintain safe working environment and perform housekeeping duties as needed within maintenance department. Maintain OSHA Lockout Tagout procedures. Ace Hardware is committed to promoting and maintaining a safe, healthy and injury-free environment for all team members. This is our number one priority, and we will support programs and initiatives that focus on this commitment. It is critical that all team members take responsibility for their safety as well as the safety of others to ensure that Ace Hardware is a world class safety organization.

Requirements

Be a safety champion by promoting a safe and productive workplace through your own actions, including the proper use of PPE, safe operation of powered equipment and safe lifting techniques as determined by the role.
Be an active participant in contributing to a successful safety culture in the facility.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Successfully demonstrates thorough/ advanced knowledge of a technical or specialty area.
Minimum 3 years of successful experience in area of responsibility and successful demonstration of Key Responsibilities and Knowledge as presented above.
Electromechanical equipment experience.
Conveyor systems maintenance experience.
Ability and willingness to work non-traditional shifts and hours.
Able to work a varied schedule to include early mornings, swing shift, nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
Must have the ability to connect a maintenance PC to a PLC and step through and understand the PLC program to troubleshoot complex controls failures and make minor code changes under the direction of Engineering.
Electromechanical skills, troubleshooting skills with PLC controls, servos, and other discrete electrical control components.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

Connects a maintenance PC to a PLC and step through and understand the PLC program to troubleshoot controls failures, and make minor code changes under the direction of Engineering.
Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
Perform routine preventive maintenance or repair to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
Inspect, operate, or test machinery, equipment, or systems to diagnose machine malfunctions.
Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.
Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment.
Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions, following checklists.
Record type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
Log all service work performed, downtime during repair, and account for equipment service requests.
Maintain safe working environment and perform housekeeping duties as needed within maintenance department.
Maintain OSHA Lockout Tagout procedures.

Benefits

Weekly Pay
Paid Time Off Programs (incl. vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay).
Newly hired full-time employees will receive a one-time pro-rated allocation of up to 24 hours of vacation in their first calendar year depending on the month of hire.
Paid sick time in accordance with applicable state law.
You will receive up to 9 holidays per year, depending on the month of hire.
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met).
Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation
Dock to Driver Program: Ace will pay for your CDL License and Training to provide a career path transition to a Driver position
Long-term Career Opportunities: Many of our leaders started with Ace looking for a job, just like you, but found long-term career opportunities at our 15 Distribution Centers across the country and our Corporate Headquarters. Our company is growing, and we would love to have you grow with us!
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Recognition Program
Merchandise Discounts on Top Brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and thousands more!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events.
Adoption cost reimbursement
Identity theft protection