Automation Support Tech

Actalent; Illinois; On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Automation Support Specialist to join our Bloomington, IL, team. This onsite role provides first-line support for automated equipment, robotics systems, and automation software, focusing on troubleshooting, system health, and preventive maintenance.

You will respond to operational disruptions, monitor performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Troubleshooting, mechanical aptitude, automation support experience.
• Experience with robotics, automation, AMRs/AGVs, conveyors, or material handling systems.
• Industrial software applications familiarity and technical certifications or vocational training.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operation of automated equipment and technology systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment, software, and process-related issues.
• Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Document issues, corrective actions, and system updates.
• Train and assist end users on system functionality and best practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Automation support

Robotics

Electrical

PLC troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Industrial software applications

Material handling systems

Technical certifications

Job description

Job Description

Come join our team in East Peoria!

Description

The Automation Support Specialist serves as the primary operational support resource for automated equipment, robotics systems, and automation-related software applications. This role focuses on troubleshooting, system health monitoring, preventative maintenance activities, user support, issue escalation, and communication between operations and technical support teams.

The individual will act as the first line of support for automation-related issues and serve as a key contributor to the organization’s growing automation strategy.

Support daily operation of automated equipment and technology systems.

Troubleshoot equipment, software, and process-related issues.

Respond to operational disruptions and coordinate resolution activities.

Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Execute preventative maintenance activities and routine inspections.

Document issues, corrective actions, and system updates.

Support deployment and adoption of new technologies within the facility.

Train and assist end users on system functionality and best practices.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve overall system reliability and performance.

Skills

Troubleshooting, mechanical aptitude, automation support, robotics, electrical, automation, plc troubleshooting, industrial equipment, industrial maintenance

Top Skills Details

Troubleshooting, mechanical aptitude, automation support

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Robotics or automation systems

Material handling equipment

Manufacturing operations

Industrial maintenance

Technical support or field service

Industrial software applications

Experience with robotics, automation, AMRs, AGVs, conveyors, or material handling systems.

Manufacturing operations experience.

Technical certifications or vocational training.

Experience supporting industrial software applications.

Exposure to maintenance, operations, logistics, or engineering environments.

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bloomington, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bloomington,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 13, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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