Automation Technician

Join Our Team: Automation Technician (Level I - III) Are you a skilled troubleshooter who loves keeping complex systems in motion? We are looking for a dedicated Automation Technician to join our Shawnee distribution facility. If you have a practical mind, a high standard for quality, and the drive to work autonomously, we want to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Clear Career Progression: We offer a structured path to reach the full Schedule A rate within three years.
  
  
• Competitive Pay: Earn between $30.90 and $40.17 per hour based on your level.
  
  
• High-Tech Environment: You’ll work with advanced conveyor systems, PLC controls, servos, and sensors.
  
  
• Autonomy & Impact: From troubleshooting complex failures to collaborating with engineers on process improvements, your expertise directly ensures our facility’s success.
  
  

What You’ll Do As a key member of our maintenance team, you will preserve the functionality of our automation technology through:

• Expert Troubleshooting: Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  
  
• System Maintenance: Performing preventative maintenance and upgrades on machinery and conveyor systems to ensure peak performance.
  
  
• Precision Work: Utilizing PLC programs and maintenance software (Go Canvas) to track work orders and manage inventory.
  
  
• Collaborative Innovation: Working alongside engineers to evaluate system performance and build better processes.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Experience: 2+ years of professional experience as an Automation Technician.
  
  
• Education: A two-year technical degree or equivalent certification in automation or building maintenance technology.
  
  
• Technical Mastery: Advanced knowledge of electricity and hydraulics, with the ability to read complex electrical and pneumatic drawings.
  
  
• PLC Skills: Practical experience connecting to PLCs to troubleshoot failures and make minor code changes.
  
  
• Physical Readiness: Capability to lift up to 50 pounds, work on elevated platforms/lifts, and navigate a distribution environment.
  
  

salary: $64,272 - $83,553 per year
shift: Second
work hours: 2 PM - 10:30 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

System Maintenance & Repair

• Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance tasks and machine upgrades to ensure consistent functionality.
  
  
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair complex facility equipment, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  
  
• Conveyor Systems: Maintain and troubleshoot automation conveyor systems to ensure they remain in service.
  
  
• System Testing: Conduct performance tests to evaluate the effectiveness of automated systems.
  
  

Operational Support

• Emergency Response: Respond quickly to facility emergencies and notify the appropriate personnel immediately.
  
  
• Process Improvement: Collaborate with engineers to build and improve equipment processes.
  
  
• Administrative Tracking: Maintain accurate work orders and monitor spare parts inventory using the Go Canvas maintenance system.
  
  

Safety & Compliance

• Regulation Adherence: Survey the building and repair mechanical systems to ensure they meet all health and safety regulations.
  
  
• Safety Protocols: Follow all established safety protocols and observe health guidelines while working autonomously.
  
  
• Safe Operation: Demonstrate the skills necessary to perform all duties in a safe, efficient, and professional manner without assistance.
  
  

Facility Access

• Equipment Operation: Utilize boom-lifts and scissor lifts to access building components or equipment located near the ceiling.
  
  

The essential functions of this role include:
working in a smoke free environmentwearing steel toe shoesmanual lifting up to 60lbsstanding for 6 hours at one timeworking up to 6 hrs of overtime per weekworking weekends
SkillsElectronic MaintenanceMechanical MaintenancePLCConveyorsGo Canvas
QualificationsYears of experience: 2 yearsExperience level: Experienced
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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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