Automation Maintenance Technician

Lineage; Sunnyvale (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Bonus eligibility

Holiday pay

Job summary

Lineage in Sunnyvale, TX is seeking an Automation Technician to maintain and upgrade automated equipment that drives our temperature-controlled warehouse operations.

The role involves troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs on conveyors, robotic systems, automated cranes, and control equipment; you will assist with system installation and modifications, provide technical support, and use computer tools for documentation.

Qualifications

• 2 years in industrial maintenance or automation with troubleshooting electrical controls, PLCs, and mechanicals.
• Strong understanding of PLC programming, HMI configuration, and control systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and manuals.
• Willingness to learn E Maintenance or similar programs; good computer skills.
• Able to work in -20F to 100F environments with PPE.
• Able to lift 50 lbs (23 kg).
• Flexible schedule including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair automated machinery and integrated systems.
• Assist with installation and modification of automation systems.
• Provide technical support for operation of automated equipment.
• Utilize computer systems for documentation and technical research.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, and fluid power maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

PLC programming

HMI configuration

Schematics reading

Electrical controls

Mechanical systems

Computer skills

Job description

Two Shifts Available

1st shift: 5 am - 1 pm

2nd shift: 1 pm - 9 pm

Join Lineage – The World’s Leading Temperature-Controlled Logistics Company

At Lineage, innovation and efficiency drive everything we do. We are looking for an Automation Technician to help maintain and improve the automated equipment that drives our warehouse operations. The successful candidate will assist with troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs on conveyors, robotic systems, automated cranes, and related control equipment while gaining hands-on experience in industrial automation technologies. Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience is required!

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnosing and fixing issues with automated machinery and integrated systems.
• System Installation: Assisting engineering and plant staff with the specification, installation, and modification of automation systems.
• Technical Support: Providing ongoing technical expertise to support the operation of automated equipment and systems.
• Computer Skills: Utilizing computer systems for document organization, technical research, and operating technical materials.
• Maintenance: Performing maintenance and repair on electrical, mechanical, and fluid power systems.

Minimum Requirements (knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• 2 years experience in industrial maintenance or automation, with specific experience in troubleshooting electrical controls, PLCs, and mechanical systems.
• Strong understanding of PLC programming, HMI configuration, and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with E Maintenance or Equivalent Maintenance programs (or willingness to learn) and strong computer skills.
• Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20 Fahrenheit/-25 Celsius in cold storage sites or up to 100 Fahrenheit/37 Celsius in dry storage sites while wearing company provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs./23 kgs.; weight may be more dependent upon facility.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed.

Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.

Benefits

Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.