Automation Technician

NewCold Advanced Logistics; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NewCold as an Automation Technician and support our mission to keep food fresh and safe through effective maintenance of advanced automated systems. The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and collaborating with planning teams to ensure operational efficiency. Ideal candidates possess experience in industrial settings and a commitment to safety.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Commitment to safety and compliance

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in industrial maintenance.
• Hands-on mechanical and electrical background preferred.
• Experience with automated equipment (e.g., conveyors, cranes).

Responsibilities

• Perform planned maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems.
• Coordinate repairs with operational planners.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Facilities maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High School Degree

Associate's degree or equivalent training

Tools

PLC

Cutting torch

Welding equipment

Job description

Build thefuture of food
At NewCold, we’re shaping the futureof the food supply chain. Our warehouses and transportnetwork connect the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Join a collaborative team of doers,innovators, and engineers who are dedicated to making a real impact. Togetherwith advanced robotics and cutting-edge technology, we’re not just keeping upwith the times —we’re pioneering smarter, more sustainable operations to keep theworld’s food fresh and safe.

To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talented people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? Join us!

Your role as a Automation Technician

Key responsibilities:

As the Automation Technician, you will be responsible for performing a broad range of maintenance and repair activities to ensure the warehouse can operate effectively and efficiently. Maintain a professional culture on site and a commitment to Health & Safety, in line with company values.

Roles and Responsibilities

Ensuring all equipment is maintained according to supplier guidelines. This includes conveyors, cranes, refrigeration systems (evaporators and condensers), fire protection, freezer doors, pallet-handling equipment, dock doors and other mechanical systems.
Performing planned preventative maintenance and repairs in a timely and safe manner, with minimal impact to normal operations.
Communicating with Planners and System Operators about equipment downtime.
Core tasks
Perform planned preventative maintenance on equipment while minimally impacting normal operations.
Troubleshoot, repair and/or replace components in conveyors, cranes, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic equipment, and other mechanical systems.
Troubleshoot and fix problems with control systems, low-voltage and high-voltage electrical systems.
Coordinate with Planners and System Operators to ensure repairs are communicated to the team and scheduled with minimal impact to normal operations.
Setup and operate machine tools such as milling machine, grinder, drill, etc to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, as required.
Operate cutting torch and welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
Ensure actions are executed in conformance with OSHA, FSDA requirements, and all other company policies to maintain a safe working environment.
Perform testing of fire suppression systems, fire alarms, and ammonia alarms, as required by local regulations.
Monitor ammonia refrigeration system and optimize performance.
Understand all equipment service agreements and warranties.
Coordinate with equipment suppliers for warranty claims, annual maintenance, and significant repairs.
Report, plan and track all maintenance and engineering issues using maintenance software.
Keep accurate registration of spare parts and tools in line with company policy.
Perform general facility maintenance including minor plumbing, general, electric, lighting and minor building repairs.

#NCMT

Who we are looking for:
We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive incollaborative and fast-moving environments. Our ideal candidate has:

Minimum of 2-5 years of work experience in industrial maintenance or related field.
Hands-on mechanical, electrical and facilities maintenance background
Automated equipment maintenance experience highly preferred (conveyors, automated cranes, palletizers, ASRS)
PLC experience a plus

Education/Certification
High School Degree
Associate's degree or equivalent level of training

Ready to make an impact?
Ourgoal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietarytechnologies and innovative solutions. Join our team andhelp build a more efficient, innovative, and sustainable food supply chain.Your next career chapter starts at NewCold.

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewColdprovides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel.Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?

Explore careers at NewCold
Visit our website to learn more and apply.

Can we welcome you on board as our new Automation Technician and help continueour successful growth?

NewCold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

NewCold expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of the characteristics mentioned above. Improper interference with the ability of other employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.