Industrial Automation Field Technician | Travel & Training

Herco LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or paid travel

BCBS medical, dental, vision, life ins

Paid PTO, sick time, and holidays

Technical training and certifications

Job summary

HERCO is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain capital equipment in HPDC and automation industries. The role involves working at HERCO's Auburn Hills facility and at customer sites across the US and Canada, with travel up to 50% including overnight stays and occasional weekends.

Company-paid training and certifications are provided, including FANUC Robotics, OSHA 30, Rigging, Forklift, and Fall Protection.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, trade school certification, or equivalent technical training.
• 3+ years of experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, or repairing industrial machinery.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with industrial controls, sensors, motors, and machine electrical systems.
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic service reports.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the United States and Canada without restrictions.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, service, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing and automation equipment.
• Perform mechanical assembly and machine building using hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical components.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, motor controls, sensors, drives, and industrial machinery.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical equipment malfunctions.
• Support installation, commissioning, and production ramp-up activities at customer facilities.
• Troubleshoot robotic and automated systems, including FANUC robotics equipment and related automation components.
• Assist with PLC-controlled equipment and industrial control systems.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on equipment and automation systems.
• Maintain detailed service documentation, reports, and customer records.
• Train and support customer maintenance personnel on equipment operation and best practices.
• Ensure all equipment operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with customer and OSHA safety requirements.
• Respond to emergency service calls and assist customers with production downtime recovery.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Customer service

Travel readiness

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Electrical Technology / Mechatronics / Automation

Tools

FANUC

ABB

KUKA

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

HERCO is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain capital equipment in HPDC and automation industries. The role involves working at HERCO's Auburn Hills facility and at customer sites across the US and Canada, with travel up to 50% including overnight stays and occasional weekends.

Company-paid training and certifications are provided, including FANUC Robotics, OSHA 30, Rigging, Forklift, and Fall Protection.