Automation Maintenance Technician III

Americold Logistics, LLC.; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Americold Logistics, LLC. is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to independently perform maintenance and repairs on ASRS equipment in a cold storage warehouse environment.

You will conduct advanced preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, modular overhauls, and PLC-driven troubleshooting while ensuring accurate record-keeping and safe, clean operations. The role requires at least 5 years of ASRS maintenance, expertise with 3-phase electrical systems, PLCs, and CMMS, and a

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience on ASRS or equivalent systems.
• Proficient with preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, and troubleshooting on 3-phase electrical systems.
• Proficient in troubleshooting PLC systems.
• Proficient with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Knowledge of lubrication, power transmission, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Understanding of electrical safety including arc flash.
• Experience with Lockout Tagout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on ASRS pallet handling equipment including cranes, trolleys, conveyors, elevators, and related machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair 3-phase electrical systems, variable frequency drives, servo drives, and PLC systems.
• Program and configure barcode scanners, print and apply label systems, light curtains, etc.
• Conduct modular overhauls and configure barcode scanners, print and apply label systems, and light curtains.
• Maintain and update preventive maintenance records accurately.
• Ensure cleanliness of the work area and perform housekeeping duties as required.
• Work flexible shifts including on-call assignments as needed.
• Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

PLC programming

3-phase electrical systems

Industrial networking

Tools

CMMS

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World.

For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.

What You’ll Do

You will independently perform maintenance and repairs on automated storage and retrieval system equipment within a cold storage warehouse environment. Responsibilities include conducting advanced preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, modular overhauls, and troubleshooting on pallet handling equipment and related electrical systems.

Essential Functions

• Perform advanced preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on ASRS pallet handling equipment including cranes, trolleys, conveyors, elevators, and related machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair 3-phase electrical systems, variable frequency drives, servo drives, and PLC systems.
• Program and configure barcode scanners, print and apply label systems, light curtains, etc.
• Conduct modular overhauls and configure barcode scanners, print and apply label systems, and light curtains.
• Maintain and update preventive maintenance records accurately.
• Ensure cleanliness of the work area and perform housekeeping duties as required.
• Work flexible shifts including on-call assignments as needed.
• Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

What Experience And Education You Need

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience on ASRS or equivalent systems.
• Proficient with preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, and troubleshooting on 3-phase electrical systems.
• Proficient in troubleshooting programmable logic controller (PLC) systems.
• Proficient with computerized maintenance management systems.
• Knowledge of lubrication, power transmission, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
Understanding of electrical safety including arc flash.
• Experience using Lockout Tagout procedures and devices.
• Understanding of principles of lubrication, power transmission (i.e., sprockets, chains, belts, drives, clutches), hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Proficient with industrial machine Ethernet networking, electrical wiring of equipment and system control panels, and sensors and devices (i.e., photo eyes, proximity sensors, limit switches).
• Experience with change management methodology related to programming system controls.

What Could Set You Apart

• Experience working in a cold storage environment.
• Experience using Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLC systems.
• Experience programming PLCs.
• Completion of HAZMAT Responder training.
• Completion of RETA courses.

Physical Requirements

• Able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of minus 45 (-45) degrees Fahrenheit (-43 degrees Celsius) and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).
• Able to work at heights in excess of 30 ft. (9 meters) and access elevated platforms, catwalks, and roofs.
• Able to work in confined areas.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs.
• Able frequently to stand, walk, push, pull, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (23 kg) frequently.
• Able to operate hand and power tools safely.
• Able to meet specific vision abilities required by this job, including close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. (Use of contacts are prohibited when working with ammonia.)
• Depending on specific role, able to pass a physical and respiratory/respirator fit exam.
• Able to frequently step up/on or step down/off to mount and dismount material handling equipment.
• Able to perform fine articulation movements with fingers/hands and/or feet to operate equipment.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment required for any/all tasks.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V.

What We Offer

At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values-driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world.

U.S. Only: Americold offers a range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, STD/LTD coverage, 401(k) with Company match, FSA, life insurance, EAP, and paid time off, some of which may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

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