Robotics Operator & Technician

FulcrumAir Inc; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

FulcrumAir is seeking a Robotics Operator and Technician for its Calgary team to assemble, depot maintain, overhaul and repair FulcrumAir UAVs and Aerial Robotics Systems. You will operate robotic equipment for device installs and related tasks, with travel up to two weeks per month to support varied client environments and projects.

Qualified candidates bring electrical assembly, electronics repair, or drone experience, plus strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret drawings.

Qualifications

• Willing to travel up to 2 weeks per month.
• Willing to travel internationally with a valid passport.
• Driver’s license with a clean abstract.
• Able to pass FulcrumAir's pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Completed High School or GED.
• Applicable technical qualification such as Electrical Engineering Technology or Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, depot maintain, overhaul, and repair FulcrumAir UAVs and systems.
• Operate robotic equipment to perform device installs and related tasks.
• Support operations and collaborate with a team of experts.
• Travel up to two weeks per month to client sites and environments.

Skills

Soldering

Circuitry

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical wiring

Troubleshooting

Reading technical drawings

Manufacturing familiarity

UAV autopilots & GPS

Motors & control systems

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

High School / GED

Technical qualification (Electrical Engineering Tech / Aircraft Maintenance)

Job description

Job Description – Robotics Operator & Technician

FulcrumAir is positioning itself to be a world leader in UAV and Aerial Robotics Technology for the powerline industry. Our unique and innovative technology is creating safer, more efficient, and more environmentally responsible replacements for powerline environment tasks that have evolved little up until now. We are expanding and looking to add a talented and motivated operator/technician to our Calgary team.

The Robotics Operator & Technician, working as a member of the manufacturing team, is responsible for the overall assembly, depot maintenance, overhauls, and repairs of FulcrumAir UAVs and Aerial Robotics Systems. In addition to the technical skills explained below, this person will support the operations team by operating robotic equipment to perform device installs, and other related tasks. You will also have the opportunity to travel up to 2 weeks a month, exploring new environments and collaborating with a team of experts to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Relevant experience such as electrical assembly, small electronics repair, aircraft maintenance, or experience with drones/RC vehicles is an asset.

Some of the skills that would make a successful Robotics Operator and Technician are:

• Expert in soldering and circuitry
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to use a variety of hand and power tools
• Thorough understanding of wiring and electronics
• Knowledge of electronic and mechanical systems troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Ability to interpret technical drawings
• Familiarity with manufacturing facilities
• Familiarity with UAV autopilots, GPS units, radios, and other components
• Knowledge of electric motors and control systems
• Computer skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Meticulous organization and housekeeping

Requirements include:

• Willing and able to travel up to 2 weeks a month
• Willing and able to travel internationally with current passport
• Driver’s license with a clean abstract
• Ability to conform with FulcrumAir’s pre-employment drug and alcohol testing program
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Punctuality and professionalism
• Completed High School/GED

Preferred qualifications:

• Applicable technical qualification such as Electrical Engineering Technology, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, or equivalent
• 3 + years of relevant experience

Expected Interview Stages:

1. 45 minute video interview
2. 1 hour in-person interview (if possible)
   

FulcrumAir offers a competitive wage and benefits, depending on an applicant’s skills and experience. Our working environments are dynamic and exciting with potential for advancement and the opportunity to be a part of a growing, forward-thinking company.

We thank everyone for their interest; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.