Automation Maintenance Technician

Manufacturing Inc; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health insurance

Incentive bonus program

Job summary

Manufacturing Inc in Massachusetts is seeking an Automation Technician to install, maintain, and repair plant machinery, focusing on uptime across robotics, CNC machines, and conveyors.

You will troubleshoot PLCs, inspect pneumatic and hydraulic systems, read blueprints, and collaborate with operations and engineering. This role requires 3+ years in automation, a trade diploma, and strong safety discipline. Compensation includes competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Trade school diploma or equivalent in mechanical, electrical, or industrial automation disciplines.
• Minimum of 3 years hands-on experience as an Automation Technician or Maintenance Mechanic.
• Strong knowledge of electronics, NEC, NFPA 70E, and three-phase power distribution.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on automated equipment to ensure reliability.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering to minimize disruptions during upgrades.
• Troubleshoot robotics, control circuits, and machinery to diagnose and repair faults.
• Read and maintain technical documentation and wiring blueprints.
• Inspect and rebuild pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and control logic to optimize cycle times and availability.
• Maintain daily records of work orders and parts usage.
• Secure and inspect diagnostic instruments and shop tools.

Skills

Electrical systems

Electronics

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Trade school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Multi-meters

Oscilloscopes

Pneumatic/hydraulic troubleshooting tools

Job description

The Automation Technician utilizes strong technical expertise in electrical systems, electronics, and mechanical equipment to install, maintain, and repair plant machinery. Serving as a crucial link to our production and engineering teams, this role focuses on maximizing uptime across robotics, CNC machinery, automated conveyors, and plant facilities. The technician performs systematic troubleshooting on PLC's, inspects complex pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and reviews detailed blueprints to execute work orders efficiently. Working with the precision of a skilled Maintenance Mechanic, this individual ensures safe, reliable, and continuous facility operations.

Benefits and Compensation

Competitive Pay: $30 - $35/hr DOE to start! If you are transitioning from another HR or office Coordinator role, we offer great starting rates for our primary shift hours. Comprehensive Benefits: Includes premium health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and eligibility for an incentive recognition bonus program.

Responsibilities Include

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance routines on all automated equipment, robotics, and facility systems to guarantee operational reliability.

• Coordinate cross-functionally with operations and engineering personnel to minimize production disruptions during upgrades and maintenance cycles.

• Perform structured troubleshooting to diagnose, isolate, and repair malfunctioning robotics, control circuits, and machinery.

• Read, interpret, and maintain accurate technical documentation and schematics, including complex wiring schematics and blueprints.

• Inspect, maintain, and rebuild fluid power circuits, addressing both pneumatic valves and high-pressure hydraulic assemblies.

• Troubleshoot automated control logic, sensory hardware, and PLC's to optimize cycle times and system availability.

• Maintain comprehensive daily records of work orders, parts usage, and preventive maintenance actions.

• Manage, secure, and inspect all specialized diagnostic instruments, calibration equipment, hand tools, and shop machinery.

• Provide flexible support by occasionally adjusting work hours to handle critical off-shift repairs, facility expansions, and installations.

What's in It for You

• High-Impact Work: Play a pivotal role where your technical input directly drives plant uptime and productivity.

• Modern Equipment: Gain continuous hands-on experience with cutting-edge robotics, motion controls, and advanced machinery.

• Supportive Environment: Work alongside dedicated manufacturing and engineering professionals within a continuous-improvement culture.

Skills / Qualifications

• Experience & Education: Trade school diploma or equivalent technical training in mechanical, electrical, or industrial automation disciplines, paired with a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience functioning as an Automation Technician or Maintenance Mechanic.

• Controls & Electrical: Proven background in industrial electronics, National Electrical Code (NEC) guidelines, Arc Flash safety (NFPA 70E), and three-phase power distribution.

• Diagnostics & Programming: Demonstrated proficiency in testing and resolving faults within automated control networks and PLC's.

• Fluid Power & Mechanical: Solid understanding of mechanical drive assemblies, as well as hands-on service expertise in pneumatic actuators and heavy hydraulic systems.

• Print Reading: Demonstrated ability to work independently from verbal directions, manufacturer specifications, layout drawings, and electrical blueprints.

• Diagnostic Acumen: Skilled in systematic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting using multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and software diagnostics.

• Communication & Safety: Strong written and verbal English communication skills; dedicated commitment to safety protocols and the safe handling of shop tools.

• Physical Demands:

  • Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, stoop, kneel, bend, and climb stairs throughout the shift.

  • Capability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds regularly.

  • Excellent manual dexterity and vision correctable to 20/40.

  • Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including eye and hearing protection.

What's in It for You

• Career Growth: Advance your technical skillset through exposure to diverse automated platforms, cross-training, and modern industrial electronics.

• Recognition & Rewards: Benefit from structured incentives that reward individual contribution, craftsmanship, and dedication to team success.

• Collaborative Team: Partner with peer technicians, an experienced Maintenance Mechanic group, and leadership committed to workplace safety and operational excellence.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.