Automation Maintenance Tech Lead – AMR & Robotics

S&S Activewear, LLC; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team culture

Career growth opportunities

Employee discounts on apparel

Comprehensive benefits

Employee appreciation events

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

S&S Activewear, LLC in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize autonomous mobile robot systems and related equipment in a fast-paced distribution center. You will lead shifts, coordinate tasks, and ensure uptime with preventive maintenance and safety compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in automation maintenance, PLC systems, robotics, and electrical diagnostics, with a technical degree or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of hands-on experience supporting automation systems, robotics, PLC‑controlled equipment, industrial electrical systems, or related technologies.
• Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing automated robotic systems, conveyor controls, pneumatic systems, and associated components.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, blueprints, hydraulic diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of preventive maintenance programs, CMMS systems, NEC principles, diagnostic tools, and safe work practices.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional distribution center environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on AMR systems, automation equipment, conveyors, controls, and facility assets.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and complete repairs to restore performance while minimizing downtime and operational disruption.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system issues using diagnostic tools and technical documentation.
• Support installation, testing, commissioning, and optimization of new equipment, upgrades, and automation enhancements.
• Coordinate daily maintenance priorities and work assignments for Assistant Automation Maintenance Technicians and Facilities Maintenance Technicians.
• Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and on‑the‑job training to less experienced technicians.
• Facilitate effective shift handoffs and communicate equipment status, open issues, and maintenance priorities.
• Partner with Operations and other stakeholders to align maintenance activities with business and production requirements.
• Accurately document preventive maintenance activities, corrective repairs, parts usage, and work order completion within the CMMS.
• Maintain inventory accuracy for spare parts and communicate shortages, critical inventory needs, and usage trends.
• Ensure maintenance records are complete, accurate, and compliant with established procedures and standards.
• Maintain company‑issued tools, diagnostic devices, and maintenance equipment in safe and serviceable condition.
• Comply with all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, PPE requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance processes, and operational performance.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action efforts to reduce recurring equipment failures.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the maintenance team.

Education

Associate degree / technical certification in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation or related field

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

S&S Activewear, LLC in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize autonomous mobile robot systems and related equipment in a fast-paced distribution center. You will lead shifts, coordinate tasks, and ensure uptime with preventive maintenance and safety compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in automation maintenance, PLC systems, robotics, and electrical diagnostics, with a technical degree or equivalent.