Automation Technician

Aerotek; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k 6% match

Health, dental, vision

On-site in Hebron, KY

Job summary

Aerotek in Hebron, KY is seeking an Automation Technician to install new equipment and systems, perform preventative and corrective maintenance, and provide on-call support to drive process improvements. You will identify malfunctions, monitor performance, perform routine maintenance, and train staff on new equipment.

The position is fully onsite in Hebron with a pay range of $74,880 to $76,960 per year plus a 401(k) match and health benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical and mechanical background.
• Experience in maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Proficiency in IT, particularly with Siemens PLC, Parker drives, Fanuc robotics, AutoCAD, and industrial networking.
• Expertise in electrical, troubleshooting, automation, robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and repair.
• Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting, 3-phase systems, and automation systems.
• Experience in PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Identify and address malfunctions of plant operational equipment.
• Monitor plant equipment operation and performance, adjusting to performance specifications as necessary.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Communicate the status of operating equipment to supervisors or personnel.
• Maintain logs, reports, work requests, or other records of work performed in the plant.
• Maintain the building, phone system, and network/computer cabling.
• Install new equipment and systems.
• Create work instructions for production processes of new equipment.
• Train appropriate personnel on new equipment and systems.

Skills

Electrical background

Mechanical background

Maintenance of industrial equipment

Automation

Troubleshooting

Robotics

IT proficiency

Industrial networking

Tools

Siemens PLC

Parker drives

Fanuc robotics

AutoCAD

Industrial networking

PLC programming

Job description

Job Title: Automation Technician Job Description

As an Automation Technician, you will be responsible for the installation of new equipment and systems, as well as performing preventative and corrective maintenance. You will also provide on-call assistance and contribute to internal process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Identify and address malfunctions of plant operational equipment.
• Monitor plant equipment operation and performance, adjusting to performance specifications as necessary.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Communicate the status of operating equipment to supervisors or personnel.
• Maintain logs, reports, work requests, or other records of work performed in the plant.
• Maintain the building, phone system, and network/computer cabling.
• Install new equipment and systems.
• Create work instructions for production processes of new equipment.
• Train appropriate personnel on new equipment and systems.

Essential Skills

• Strong electrical and mechanical background.
• Experience in the maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Proficiency in IT, particularly with Siemens PLC, Parker drives, Fanuc robotics, AutoCAD, and industrial networking.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Expertise in electrical, troubleshooting, automation, robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and repair.
• Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting, 3-phase systems, and automation systems.
• Experience in PLC programming.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that offers a climate-controlled and clean facility, providing an excellent working environment. You will have the opportunity to work towards a long-term goal of becoming an Automation Technician.

Work Environment

The work environment is climate-controlled and very clean, ensuring a comfortable and conducive space for productivity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hebron, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $74880.00 - $76960.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

401k 6% match, health, dental, vision

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hebron,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.