Automation Technician

Janicki Industries, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer matching

Paid time off and holidays

Education reimbursement program

Shift options

Premium pay for off-shifts

Security clearance pay

Job summary

Janicki Industries is a family-owned aerospace company in Washington seeking an Automation Technician for the on-site Sedro Woolley facility. You will assist with assembly, commissioning, fault diagnosis, and repair of electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment for aerospace projects.

The role requires 25-40% travel, strong ability to read schematics/drawings, and the capacity to work under pressure. We offer competitive benefits in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with three to five years of specialized Electronic training after high school.
• Be capable of interpreting electrical schematics, P&ID’s, CAD, blueprint and mechanical assembly drawings.
• Must be willing to travel 25-40% of the time.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the assembly, commissioning, fault diagnosis, and repair of electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment in an industrial environment.
• Maintains inventory of consumable and repairable electrical/mechanical components for immediate installation.
• Travel to company and customer facilities, in and out of state, for short periods as projects demand.
• Be available after hours for diagnostic and repair of industrial machinery as needed.
• Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.
• Comply with JI Safety, 5S and HazMat practices.
• Work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines.
• Be punctual and maintain good attendance; this is an essential function of the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical schematics reading

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

B.S. in Engineering or A.S. in Technical Field

Tools

CAD

Job description

Job Description

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries.

We are looking for an Automation Technician to join our growing team. This position is located on-site in Sedro Woolley, Washington State.

Department Summary

Assists the Automation and Design Departments in the assembly of automated 5-axis CNC machines, robots, waterjets and various automated process control equipment on an internal and external project level.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist with the assembly, commissioning, fault diagnosis, and repair of electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment in an industrial environment
• Maintains inventory of consumable and repairable electrical/mechanical components for immediate installation
• Required to travel to company and customer facilities, in and out of state, for short periods of time as projects demand
• On occasion, be available after hours for diagnostic and repair of industrial machinery
• Shall, always, demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors
• Comply with all JI Safety, 5S and HazMat practices
• Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines
• Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).
• High school diploma or GED with three to five years of specialized Electronic training after high school.
• Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED.
• Basic understanding of industrial electrical and mechanical systems to include motors, generators, compressors, sensors, AC/DC power/control systems, and hydraulic/pneumatic/nitrogen system components including pumps, accumulators, reservoirs and other pressure vessels
• Be capable of working in a UL508a Industrial Control Panel shop and a field environment building specialized industrial machinery
• Be capable of interpreting electrical schematics, P&ID’s, CAD, blueprint and mechanical assembly drawings
• Must be willing to travel 25-40% of the time
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Industrial or Aeronautical discipline or an Associates of Science in a Technical Field preferred

Wage range for this role

Wage range for this role is between $21 - $35 an hour plus a discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits.

Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts, off-site work, and access pay. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• 401k with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts
• Premium pay for security clearance if applicable

Equal Opportunity Employer

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

Affirmative Action Plan

Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Aff/Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at .

Drug Test Requirement

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.