Field Service Maintenance Technician

Symbotic; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Field Service Maintenance Technician to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in maintaining and troubleshooting advanced robotic systems across various sites in the US and Canada. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you will ensure that robotic vehicles operate at peak performance while working in diverse environments. If you are passionate about automation and enjoy hands-on technical challenges, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced industry. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation, and help shape the future of supply chain technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in mechanical automation with strong troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to train team members and perform inspections.

Responsibilities

• Repair and calibrate robotic systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Perform inspections, upgrades, and advanced troubleshooting of robotic fleet.

Skills

Robotic Troubleshooting

Electro-Mechanical Skills

Inspection Functions

Electrical Troubleshooting

Ability to Work Independently

Team Leadership

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate Degree in Electronics or Equivalent

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Advanced Test Equipment

Job description

Who we are

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.

What we need

The Field Service Maintenance Technician will repair and calibrate our automated and robotic systems. This position requires 100% travel per year to Symbotic sites across the US and Canada. The focus of this role will be working with the robotic fleet of vehicles at each site, including complex troubleshooting responsibilities, complex repairs, and upgrades to the fleet of vehicles.

What we do

The Field Service Maintenance Team is part of the Deployment, Implementation and Operations Organization responsible for our system stand-up inside our client’s sites. This organization drives our new system from ground-breaking to a fully operational robotic material handling system.

What you’ll do

• Ensure that safety commitments in compliance with OSHA, Symbotic, and our customers’ processes and procedures are met daily.
• Perform inspections and upgrades on systems associated with Automated Storage and Retrieval System and Symbot Autonomous vehicle fleet.
• Support continuous operation by adjusting, calibrating, repairing, replacing, or modifying fleet system components.
• Maintain advanced system knowledge of equipment, programs, and tools relating to the Symbot fleet and maintenance.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of the robotic vehicle fleet, identifying anomalies and stoppages using schematic and wiring diagrams as well as advanced test equipment.
• Perform inspection and evaluation of delivered robotic fleet vehicles to sites, verifying equipment has met quality standards, has not suffered any damages through shipping and handling, and is Structure Ready.
• Perform periodic system inspections within expected durations on all equipment and thoroughly document all actions and repairs, including parts used and labor, via the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Effectively communicate production impacting problems and suggested actions, including approximate time required for corrective and emergency maintenance to required team members.
• Communicate with on-site personnel and Control Center Operators on the commissioning of new robot fleet vehicles via system software and structure induction procedures.
• Work in a dynamic environment and change course based on immediate business needs.
• Responsible for cleanup of equipment and removal of replaced parts from work areas after repairs are completed while conforming to 5S policies.
• Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in the Symbotic Matrix select system, including working in restrictive environments.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

What you’ll need

• Associate degree or equivalent experience/certification in electronics, automotive, automation, manufacturing, or equivalent field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in mechanical automation systems.
• Ability to provide training and system expertise to team members on and off site.
• Proficient in performing all Inspection functions.
• High level of robotic troubleshooting (programming experience a plus) with strong electro-mechanical skills.
• Proficient with different schematics and wiring diagrams. Confident in electrical troubleshooting and repairs.
• Ability to work independently following procedures and manuals.
• Ability to represent the Field Service Team in a remote site support role independent of supervisor.
• Ability to lead a team and delegate daily functions and work beyond the scope of normal operations.
• Ability to multi-task and perform multiple job functions at once.
• Must be literate, written and verbal, in English Language.
• 100% travel required.

Our Environment

• Remote, field-based position.
• Travel is required up to 80% of the time. Employee must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.
• The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.
• The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is routinely required to work at heights of up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches; to stand, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must comply with all safety requirements and protocols, including Lock out tag out safety protocols and fall protection safety protocols.
• Approximately 75% of time will be spent on a construction site with PPE required (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection).
• There will be steep stairs to climb into the structure; you may be required to routinely walk up and down stairs to navigate the automation structure.
• You will regularly be near railings that are high off the ground.
• Subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes. Must be capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit.

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About Symbotic

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage, and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy, and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce, the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.

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