Automation Maintenance Technician

American Bankers Insurance Company of Florida; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Assurant is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Lewisville, TX facility to maximize equipment reliability in a highly automated production environment. You will lead advanced troubleshooting across robotics, vision systems, conveyors, and PLC-controlled equipment, mentor technicians, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

You will partner with Operations, Engineering, and Quality to reduce downtime, develop SOPs and PM procedures, and ensure CMMS accuracy.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience with automation systems.
• Strong knowledge of electromechanical systems, robotics, PLCs, vision systems, motors, sensors, and industrial controls.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment documentation.
• Experience using CMMS platforms such as eMaint or similar systems.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical, electrical, robotic, vision, and automation systems, including KUKA robots, Cognex vision systems, 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
• Analyse 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 CMMS 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 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

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Robotics & PLCs

Electrical schematics

CMMS familiarity

Root cause analysis

Tools

KUKA robotics

Cognex vision systems

Siemens TIA Portal

Job description

Job Overview

The 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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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
• Analyse 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 optimisation efforts
• Assist with storeroom audits and ensure availability of essential repair components

Requirements

• 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

Preferred Skills

• 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 optimisation projects

Salary & Compensation

Pay Range: $20.96 - $34.59

Company Culture

Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 14 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.

We work with the world’s top brands to make smart devices simpler. Vehicles last longer. Homes more secure. Problems easier to solve. And we volunteer in communities all over the globe to help the world become a greener, better place. We come from a variety of countries, cultures, and backgrounds. But we’re united by our enduring values of common sense, common decency, uncommon thinking, and uncommon results.

Company Overview

Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender‑placed insurance products, and other specialty products.

Technology & Compliance

Assurant supports the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), but we want to know the real you. Visit our AI Usage Guidelines page to understand what we expect from applicants regarding their use of AI during the application process. Since we would like to know the real you, we require that all of our virtual interviews be conducted on video. Employment is contingent upon completion of a required identity verification process, which may include biometric technology, where permitted by applicable law and subject to applicable notice and consent requirements. See our Privacy Notice to learn about Assurant’s privacy practices, including our use of AI‑enabled technology, automated decision making, and biometric information.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.