Automation Maintenance Technician (All Levels)

Symbotic; Joliet (IL); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Symbotic in Joliet, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician at all levels to repair, calibrate and maintain our automated storage and retrieval systems, adapters, lifts and robotic vehicles. You will become the system expert across mechanical, PLC, electrical and electronic subsystems.

Join a hands-on team in a dynamic environment; responsibilities include inspections, continuous operation, troubleshooting, CMMS documentation, and collaboration with the Customer Operations group to ensure safety

Qualifications

• Associated degree or certification in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with mechanical automation systems.
• Manage and lead advanced troubleshooting via electro-mechanical diagrams.
• Must be able to operate and run automated systems.
• Experience with PLC knowledge and troubleshooting.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills and ability to follow electro-mechanical diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on systems of Automated Storage and Retrieval System and adapters/ lifts.
• Lead continuous operation by adjusting, calibrating, repairing, replacing or modifying system components.
• Monitor the flow of the system through adapters to maximize throughput.
• Troubleshoot automated robotic vehicle anomalies and stoppages using diagrams and test equipment.
• Document repairs in CMMS with parts used and labor; ensure safety and quality.
• Communicate production-impacting problems and estimated repair times to the team.
• Wear PPE and work in a dynamic environment; adhere to safety protocols.
• Perform Cell Operator functions as needed.

Skills

PLC knowledge

Electrical/electronic systems

Mechanical troubleshooting

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or cert

Job description

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USA Joliet, IL

Maintenance Technician (All Levels)

Time type: full time
Posted on: October 15, 2026
Job requisition id: R7400

What we need

Symboticis seeking a MaintenanceTechnicianat alllevels. As aMaintenanceTechnician you willbe responsibleforrepairingandcalibratingour automated and robotic systems. These systems areSymbotic’sautomatedadapters,verticallifts, andSymbotic’sfleet of automated robotic vehicles. You willbe responsible forsystemupkeepand operations of automated adapters used tointerfacewiththeSymboticstructure.As theMaintenanceTechnician you willbecomethe system expert including all mechanical, PLC, electrical or electronic subsystems.

What we do

OurMaintenance Technicianteam ispart of the Customer Operations organization whichis responsible forleading the day-to-day operations ofSymbotic’srobotic material handling system. The Customer Operations organization drives operational excellence by engaging and partnering with our onsite customers to drive best-in-class quality,safetyandsystem performance.

Whatyou’lldo

• Perform inspections on systems associated with Automated Storage and Retrieval System of automated robotic vehicles and Automated Adapters/ Lifts.

• Lead continuous operation by adjusting, calibrating, repairing,replacingormodifyingsystem components.

• Process andmonitorthe flow of the automated storage and retrieval system, through means of the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, automatic outbound, to achievemaximumthroughput and cases per hour.

• Troubleshoot automated robotic vehicle anomalies and stoppages using schematic and wiring diagrams as well as advanced test equipment.

• Perform periodic system inspections within expected durations on all equipment and thoroughly document all actions and repairs to include parts used and labor. Ensure quality maintenance and complete documentation via the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Effective communication of production impacting problems and suggested actions, including approximate time required for corrective and emergency maintenance torequiredteam members.

• Must be able to work in a dynamic environment and changecoursebased on immediate business needs.

• Cleanup of equipment and removal of replaced parts from work areas after repairs are completed.

• Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in theSymboticMatrix select system to include working in restrictive environments.

• Responsible for minor utility work such as machining holes,brackets;cuttingsteel;aligningsensors;attachingUnistrut;etc.).

• Responsible for troubleshooting, calibration, set up, and tool changes on Robotic arms.

• Responsible for continuous cleaning and adhering to 5S policies.

• Perform Cell Operator functions as needed.

• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Whatyou’ll need

• Associatedegree and/or certification in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing or equivalent work experience preferred.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience with mechanical automation systems or educational/training equivalent

• Manage andleadadvanced troubleshooting skills and ability to follow electro-mechanical diagrams.

• Must be able tooperateand run Automated systems

• Experience with PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) knowledge and troubleshooting.

• Advanced troubleshooting skills and ability to follow electro-mechanical diagrams.

• Proficient in performing all Inspection functions.

• Ability to work independently of supervisor following procedures and manuals.

Our Environment

• There will be steep stairs to climb into the structure.

• You will regularly be near railings that are high off the ground.

• Subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes. Must be capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit.

• If the site location isinconstruction, you willbe requiredto wear proper PPE (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection (e.g., safety harness).

• Frequent ability tosafely and efficiently lift items weighingup to 50lbs and move items weighing up to 80lbs.

• Stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours and isfrequentlyrequiredto walk and reach with hands and arms.

• The employeeis routinely required towork at heights of up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches. to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Must be capable of occasional and/or continuous feeling, seeing, hearing, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, balancing, gripping, climbing, crawling, sitting, handling objects, and repetitive movement using both hands and feet. Mustcomply withall safety requirements and protocols, including without limitation Lock out tag out safety protocols and fall protection safety protocols.

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The base range for this position in the posted location is $29.00 - $35.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.