Automation Technician

USF; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

USF in Georgetown, Texas is seeking an Automation Technician responsible for building, maintaining, and troubleshooting robotic and automation systems. The ideal candidate must have strong electrical skills and experience with PLC programming, as well as the ability to work safely and efficiently.

Typical responsibilities include performing modifications on fixtures and troubleshooting major electrical issues across equipment. This role requires effective communication and the ability to work as part of a team to maximize productivity.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to lift and/or move weights as specified.
• Knowledge of tool room equipment such as lathe and surface grinder.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain and troubleshoot robotic and automation systems.
• Perform electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic modifications.
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Electrical skills (Logic level, 110V - 440V)

PLC Programming Logic

Pneumatic skills

Mechanical skills

Welding skills

Self-motivating

Safety conscious

Tools

Dial Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Diversity is an integral part of our corporate culture and success at USF. We welcome all individuals.

Summary

Automation Technician is to build, maintain and troubleshoot robotic and automation systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or

Essential Functions

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Work with Maintenance Manager to schedule work to be done to support production.

Perform electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic modifications on fixtures.

Support a team concept of working together in a mutually supportive atmosphere, respecting individuality, encouraging and using suggestions, and expressing appreciation for the efforts of our co‑workers at all levels.

Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to maximize machine utilization and productivity.

Fabricate automation and robotic systems to increase production and quality.

Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end‑of‑arm tools, or conveyors.

Integrate robotics with peripherals, such as welders, controllers, or other equipment.

Provide user applications or engineering support or recommendations for new or existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades, or enhancements.

Provide customer support, determine sources of problems, trouble‑shoot to resolution.

Disassemble and reassemble robots or peripheral equipment to make repairs such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, and servomotors.

Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.

Program / Debug robotics programs.

Build or assemble robotic devices or systems.

Fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, or fixtures, using metalworking machines.

Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.

Maintain service records of robotic equipment or automated production systems.

Document tasks performed and inventory items used on a daily basis.

Create back‑ups of robot and controls programs or parameters.

Report any unsafe conditions immediately.

Other duties and responsibilities as required by the supervisor to maintain and operate a safe, efficient, and quality conscious operation.

Environmental Responsibilities- May be required to function as a member of the environmental response action team, with specialized training as listed in the tracking system. Provides OJT to personnel where and when appropriate.

Troubleshoot major electrical issues on all manufacturing equipment.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Electrical Skills (Logic level, 110V - 440V)

Relay Logic

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PLC Programming Logic

Computer Logic

Work Experience

Pneumatic Skills

Pneumatic Circuitry

Work Experience

Mechanical Skills

Mechanical Blueprint Reading

Welding Skills

Fabricating Skills

Thinking Logic

Knowledge of Tool Room Equipment and Capabilities

Lathe

Surface Grinder

Knowledge of Dial Calipers, Micrometers, and other Measuring Devices

Knowledge of Parts Inventory Requirements

Statistical Methods of Problem Solving

Self‑motivating

Planning Skills

Safety conscious

Record establishing and maintaining skills

Desire to seek out and solve problems

Initiative

Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations - Hi Lo license, rigging, and crane training required.