Maintenance Technician – Automation & Controls
About The Position
McKesson is hiring a hands-on Maintenance Technician to support its highly automated Walmart Central Fill Pharmacy facility. The role maintains and troubleshoots pharmacy automation, robotics, conveyors, electrical and mechanical equipment, PLC-controlled systems, and computer and network components. The technician supports equipment that helps patients receive medications accurately and on time. This is an on-site position in a regulated production and warehouse environment. The schedule is Tuesday–Friday, 5:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m., and Saturday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. The role requires standing, bending, lifting, and climbing throughout the shift, as well as safely performing physical activities needed to maintain and repair facility and automation equipment. The stated base pay range is $23.36–$38.94. An annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may also be offered.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year of industrial maintenance, equipment maintenance, facilities maintenance, automation, electromechanical, or related technical experience.
- Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics.
- Ability to safely perform the physical activities necessary to maintain and repair facility and automation equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with automated equipment, robotics, conveyors, material handling systems, or pharmacy automation.
- Knowledge of PLCs and ladder logic.
- Experience troubleshooting AC/DC electrical systems, motor controls, power distribution, sensors, and control circuits.
- Mechanical experience with bearings, shafts, drives, belts, chains, and pneumatic systems.
- Experience with preventive maintenance programs.
- Familiarity with Windows, Ethernet networks, I/O devices, and RS232/RS422 communications.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly automated production environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operational upkeep of automated pharmacy and facility equipment.
- Troubleshoot electrical systems, including 480/460V, 220V, 120V AC and 24V DC circuits, motor starters, power distribution, and control circuits.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and use voltage and current measurements to troubleshoot equipment.
- Assist with PLC troubleshooting, including ladder logic and uploading or downloading PLC programs.
- Troubleshoot control devices including photo eyes, solenoid valves, limit switches, indicator lights, and safety switches.
- Perform mechanical maintenance, including aligning bearings, shafts, and drives; adjusting belts and chains; replacing worn components; and maintaining pneumatic systems.
- Complete preventive maintenance, including equipment inspections, lubrication, cleaning, and component replacement.
- Troubleshoot Windows-based computers, Ethernet connections, cabling, I/O devices, and equipment-related computer systems.
- Support light electrical, construction, and facility improvement projects.
- Coordinate with vendors and contractors as needed for equipment and facility repairs.
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, quality, and operational efficiency.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- An annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
