Automation & Project Technician

Assa Abloy Ab; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Group is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician in Miami, FL to maintain and improve automated machinery and systems. You will work with site engineering and production teams to reduce downtime and enhance equipment reliability.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in industrial maintenance in a manufacturing setting, with strong PLC, sensors, IOs knowledge and the ability to read electrical schematics. Safety-minded and proactive communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Perform routine maintenance and determine maintenance needs.
• Diagnose operating errors and implement solutions.
• Read and interpret machine blueprints and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot automated machinery and systems.
• Use resources to reduce equipment downtime (vendors, manuals, etc.).
• Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering/production to improve automation processes.
• Document maintenance activities and system modifications.
• Provide technical support and training as needed.
• Stay updated on automation industry trends.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Machine control (PLC)

Sensors/IOs

Reading blueprints/electrical schem.

Safety minded

Communication

Monitoring performance

Education

Technical trade school certificate or degree

Job description

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Maintain and enhance automated systems and equipment. Work closely with site engineering team on design, development, and implementation of systems and processes to improve efficiency and site productivity.

Individual needs to be highly motivated and able to govern themselves. Expert background in solving difficult problems a must.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot automated machinery and systems.
• Utilize all resources necessary to reduce equipment downtime-vendors, tech support, manuals, etc.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize automation processes through continuous improvement through ideas and implementation.
• Document all maintenance activities and system modifications.
• Provide technical support and training to team members as needed.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in automation technology.
• Use and utilize CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Software).

Education and Experience Profile

Technical trade school certificate or degree.

Required Skills

• Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Experience- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Industrial Maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge- Machine Control (PLC, Sensors, IO’s, software) and ability to read and understand machine blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Safety Minded - Take an active part in maintaining a safe workplace for themselves and co-workers, both in abiding by all rules and regulations set forth by the company and in suggesting ways to improve the workplace.
• Communication- Good verbal and written skills, computer literacy. Excellent organizational skills and follow-up skills.

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job/classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.