Automation Mechanic

CVS Health; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Discount programs

Sixteen paid days off

Ten paid holidays

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

CVS Health in Chicago, IL seeks an Automation Maintenance Technician to maintain and troubleshoot automated pharmacy systems, ensuring reliable operations in a fast-paced facility.

You will perform preventive maintenance, inspect machines, and work with PLCs and robotics, with emphasis on safety and quality.

This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a starting pay range of $36.00–$42.00 per hour, with opportunities to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of risk assessment and impact analysis experience.
• 3+ years of project management with multi-tasking.
• 3+ years of preventive maintenance on automated equipment.
• 3+ years of troubleshooting and maintaining PLC-controlled equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and maintenance for automation robotics, electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems in a sophisticated automated large volume pharmaceutical dispensing facility.
• Conduct routine inspections of machines and systems to ensure optimal performance, such as troubleshooting electromechanical control systems and supporting the PLC based control systems.
• Performing preventative maintenance on equipment, notifying the Manager of any concerns regarding major repairs needed or any additional equipment needed to support the pharmacy automation equipment, and maintaining a clean and safe work area for all employees.
• Participate in training programs to stay updated on new technologies and procedures.

Skills

Risk assessment

Project management

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting PLCs

Mechanical repair

Electrical skills

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Mechatronics certification

Tools

CMMS

Job description

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Summary

CVS Health, a Fortune 4 company, has an opportunity to welcome a new member to the Pharmacy Maintenance Team in CHICAGO, IL. As an Automation Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the pharmacy’s automated systems. This is a great role for someone who enjoys an organized and clean work environment, focusing on routine inspections of our specialized machines. The person in this role will also be responsible for identifying and resolving technical issues to meet production goals as well as quality expectations. Your efforts will impact the lives of thousands of patients who rely on the critical medications that are dispensed by this facility.

Starting Pay for this role is $36.00/hr - $42 an hour.

With opportunities to advance in as soon as 6 months (based on your skill-level)! Your career possibilities are endless at CVS Health! This is a full-time position with guaranteed 40 hours per week, and premium pay for consistent weekends or company holidays worked.

Candidates hired for the Automation Mechanic role are provided tools by CVS Health upon training. No requirement to provide your own.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and maintenance for automation robotics, electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems in a sophisticated automated large volume pharmaceutical dispensing facility.
• Conduct routine inspections of machines and systems to ensure optimal performance, such as troubleshooting electromechanical control systems and supporting the PLC based control systems.
• Performing preventative maintenance on equipment, notifying the Manager of any concerns regarding major repairs needed or any additional equipment needed to support the pharmacy automation equipment, and maintaining a clean and safe work area for all employees.
• Participate in training programs to stat updated on new technologies and procedures.

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday 6am-2:30pm. Saturday 7:30am-4pm.

Great Benefits For Great People

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision insurance as well as a wide-ranging list of supplemental benefits and discount programs. In addition to sixteen paid days off for employees, we also offer ten paid holidays! Learn about our full benefits offerings at www.BenefitMoments.com!

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wide-ranging supplemental benefits
• Discount programs
• Sixteen paid days off
• Ten paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

Required Qualifications

• Must be comfortable with physical labor including: Crawling under conveyor and working in confined spaces.
• Must be comfortable with physical labor including: Lifting 61lbs without assistance.
• Must be comfortable with physical labor including: Climbing ladders and industrial platforms.
• Must be comfortable with physical labor including: Comfortable in Aerial Lifts.
• Must be comfortable with physical labor including: Able to Walk and be on feet for 90% of shift.
• Must be comfortable with physical labor including: Working with Dirty equipment during Preventative Maintenance.
• 3+ years of risk assessment skills including ability to understand a process and determine how a change can affect that process.
• 3+ years of project management skills with ability to multi-task & prioritize.
• 3+ years of performing Preventive Maintenance (PM) to automated manufacturing equipment and utilizing LOTO procedures.
• 3+ years of troubleshooting, repairing & maintaining automated equipment controlled by Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• 3+ years of mechanical and pneumatic repairs in automation environment.
• 3+ years of electrical schematic, print reading, and voltmeter usage (24v – 480v).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical, fulfillment center, warehouse, or healthcare environments.
• Experience working with automation robots (ABB, Fanuc).
• Experience working in a regulated environment (ISO 9000, ISO 13485, FDA, Pharmaceutical or Medical Device).
• A craft certification or other Mechatronics related certification/training.
• Experience using CMMS system/ parts management.
• Education.
• Verifiable High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience required.

Job Families for Job Profiles

Engineering & Mechanics

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is $21.10 - $44.99

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/30/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.