Automation Maintenance Technician

Assurant, Inc.; Lewisville (TX); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Assurant, Inc. in Lewisville, TX is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician to maximize equipment reliability in a highly automated production environment.

You will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair robotics, vision systems, conveyors, and PLC-controlled equipment onsite with a Monday-Thursday 6AM-4:30PM schedule. You will mentor Technicians, lead root cause analysis, support safety and continuous improvement, and coordinate maintenance activities with cross-functional teams to minimize

Qualifications

• 4+ years in industrial maintenance with automation experience.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Experience with CMMS platforms such as eMaint.
• Knowledge of robotics, PLCs, vision systems, sensors, and motors.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair automated systems incl. KUKA robots, Cognex vision systems, conveyors, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Serve as primary escalation resource for advanced equipment and automation issues.
• Mentor and train Maintenance Technicians on troubleshooting, safety, and procedures.

Skills

KUKA robots

Cognex vision

PLCs

Robotics

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

CMMS eMaint

Job description

## Automation Maintenance TechnicianApply: Lewisville: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-115451The Maintenance Technician is a technical leader and subject matter expert (SME) responsible for maximizing equipment reliability, uptime, and operational performance within a highly automated production environment. This role leads advanced troubleshooting and repair efforts across robotics, vision systems, conveyors, PLC-controlled equipment, and other production technologies. Beyond hands-on maintenance, the Maintenance Technician mentors team members, drives continuous improvement initiatives, champions safety and compliance, and serves as the primary escalation point for complex equipment issues. Working cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams, this individual helps optimize productivity, enhance equipment performance, and minimize downtime.This is an onsite role in our Lewisville TX facility, with a schedule of Monday-Thursday 6AM-4:30PM.**What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?*** Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical, electrical, robotic, vision, and automation systems, including KUKA robots, Cognex vision systems, shrink tunnels, conveyors, and PLC-controlled equipment* Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring failures* Serve as the primary escalation resource for advanced equipment and automation issues* Analyze maintenance data and identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and equipment performance* Recommend equipment upgrades, design enhancements, and process improvements to reduce downtime* Mentor and train Maintenance Technicians on troubleshooting, safety, maintenance procedures, and best practices* Support onboarding and development of new technicians through structured training and hands-on coaching* Lead daily shift meetings to communicate safety updates, maintenance priorities, and operational goals* Provide feedback to leadership regarding team performance and development opportunities* Coordinate maintenance activities and provide shift leadership when supervisors are unavailable* Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with CMMS (e.g., eMaint) work order standards* Develop and update SOPs, PM procedures, troubleshooting guides, and LOTO documentation* Audit preventive maintenance activities to ensure quality and effectiveness* Participate in Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity and equipment reliability* Champion workplace safety through LOTO compliance, safety audits, and proactive risk identification* Assist in developing Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and support ongoing safety training efforts* Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure maintenance activities meet safety, quality, and customer compliance requirements* Identify critical spare parts requirements and support inventory optimization efforts* Assist with storeroom audits and ensure availability of essential repair components**What are the requirements needed for this position?*** 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience, including experience with automation systems and advanced troubleshooting* Strong knowledge of electromechanical systems, robotics, PLCs, vision systems, motors, sensors, and industrial controls* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment documentation* Experience using CMMS platforms such as eMaint or similar maintenance management systems* Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment**What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?*** Experience leading, mentoring, or training maintenance technicians* Hands-on experience with KUKA robotics, Cognex vision systems, Siemens TIA Portal, or similar automation platforms* OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification* Experience leading continuous improvement, reliability, or equipment optimization projects #AssurantProudEBPay Range:$20.96 - $34.59