On-Site Automation Technician

Concentric LLC•Claymont, DE

4h•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Concentric, LLC is hiring an Automation Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize automated systems and industrial equipment, supporting safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The role performs preventive and corrective maintenance on material handling, automation, and building support equipment, including electric forklifts, conveyors, robotic systems, case sealers and erectors, dock equipment, scissor lifts, tuggers, floor scrubbers, and racking systems. The technician works with operations and engineering teams to minimize downtime, improve equipment performance, and support continuous improvement while following safety, quality, and maintenance standards. The position reports to a Service Manager or designee and has no direct reports. The position is described as 3rd shift, with hours listed as 12 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Travel up to 5% may be required, including occasional overnight travel. The technician must be willing to be on call.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of automation experience as an Automation Technician, Forklift Technician, and/or experience with automation bots or technology.
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including 480V, 240V, 24V, and 48V systems.
Experience with 480V systems, VFDs, relays, motor controls, electric motors, HMIs, contactors, timers, proximity sensors or switches, electromechanical systems, and industrial batteries.
Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, hydraulic diagrams, and pneumatic prints.
Ability to organize work and work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and needs, including across remote offices.
Strong technology and mechanical troubleshooting skills, as well as basic plumbing and repair skills.
Experience with electric forklifts.
Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical components using wiring diagrams and schematics, and use laptop software to identify issues with automation equipment going offline.
Must provide own hand tools and be willing to purchase tools needed for the role; specialty tools are provided.
Self-motivation, organizational skills, and effective communication.
Ability to build relationships, work as a team, and meet tight deadlines.
Willingness to be on call.
Willingness to travel up to 5% of the time; some overnight travel may be required.
Must pass pre-employment requirements.

Nice To Haves

Allen-Bradley PLC experience.
Experience with gearboxes, chains, sprockets, material handling equipment, electric forklifts, hydraulic systems, and dock and door equipment.
Arc, MIG, and TIG welding experience.
Crown electric forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.
Complete work orders and service records accurately and on time according to company standards.
Serve as a point of contact for customers.
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs.
Facilitate work and repair requests and provide shift coverage.
Coordinate warranty requests.
Facilitate outside vendor work and out-of-scope work, including purchase orders and billing.
Order parts and manage inventory using 5S inventory practices.
Attend and complete monthly safety training.
Follow customer and company safety requirements and complete daily work orders safely.
Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
Troubleshoot equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and research potential warranty coverage.
Complete equipment repairs promptly and follow manufacturer repair guidelines.
Conduct equipment audits according to the preventive maintenance schedule in the service platform.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

Competitive pay, incentive opportunities, and overtime potential for hourly employees.
Three medical plan options with employer premium contributions, starting on day one.
Employee-paid dental and vision insurance, starting on day one.
Health Savings Account with company contribution for eligible high-deductible health plans.
Medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage, starting on day one.
401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 4% of employee contributions.
Eight paid holidays.
Full-time employees receive 128 hours of paid time off annually.
Employee-paid accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Employee-paid legal plans, identity protection, pet insurance, and home and auto discounts.
Training and mentoring.
Advancement opportunities.