Automotive Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, and/or six or more years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of general building maintenance and repair.
• Mechanical knowledge and experience sufficient to identify and correct mechanical malfunctions.
• Proficiency in electrical repair and machinery installation.
• Proficiency with high-voltage electrical safety and associated arc-flash requirements.
• Ability to recognize operational inconsistencies and workplace hazards and use proper judgment in responding.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructional manuals, vendor manuals, technical data, and work orders.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to complete tasks or functions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to perform work on a ladder or lift.
• Understanding of plant electrical systems, including 24 V to 480 V DC and AC voltage.
• Proficiency in electrical installations using conduit and wiring practices.
• Experience using sensing and control devices.
• Ability to follow and support the Lock Out/Tag Out program.
• Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting, programming, and communications using RSLogix 500 and RSLogix 5000, RSView, and RS PanelBuilder.
• Proficiency in vision-system troubleshooting, programming, and communications using Cognex In-Sight Explorer and Cognex, and potentially other software depending on equipment.
• Experience using standard office computing systems, including Word, Office, Excel, and internet browsers.
• Proficiency with Fanuc robot troubleshooting and recovery, and ability to follow programs.

Responsibilities

• Support Production operations with equipment troubleshooting, recovery, and repair, including vision systems, robots, and DC torque systems.
• Perform and follow through on regular, preventative, and predictive equipment maintenance.
• Fabricate miscellaneous items for the production shop floor, such as holding fixtures, brackets, and material-handling items.
• Perform repair work including basic painting, simple carpentry, routine plumbing repairs, and routine or special facility maintenance.
• Receive work orders and schedule assignments.
• Multitask effectively and prioritize work.
• Follow standard safety procedures, correct safety and environmental hazards, and report them promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
• Work overtime as required, including weekends, holidays, short notice, and hours outside the typical established schedule.
• Interface with the Production IT department to help ensure smooth system performance and enhancements.
• Assist with mechanical installations as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Medical and prescription plans
• Dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vehicle and product discounts