Industrial Automation Technician – Robotics & Maintenance

AeroFarms; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

Job summary

AeroFarms in Danville, VA is hiring a Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and repair plant equipment as production scales up. You will work on motion-controlled systems, robotics, and electrical/hydraulic components, keeping CMMS records and reading schematics.

This position supports GMP/food production and requires strong problem-solving skills. The role offers a day shift ($25-$35/hr) with a 2-2-3 schedule and alternating weekends, plus a benefits package including 401k,

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent required.
• Experience with industrial robotic automation.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot motion-controlled systems and robotic work cells.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair of industrial equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Collaborate with production to address maintenance issues.
• Maintain CMMS records of activities and performance.
• Work with Packaging Techs and Farm Ops on equipment baselines.
• Read electrical/hydraulic/HVAC prints and schematics.
• Repair drives, PLCs, sensors, motors, and network devices.
• Investigate deficiency causes and plan long-term fixes.
• Willing to overtime and shift work as needed.
• Keep tools clean and safe; follow safety protocols.

Skills

Industrial robotics experience

Print reading (electrical/hydraulic)

Maintenance troubleshooting

Education

Two-year associate degree in technical discipline

Job description

AeroFarms in Danville, VA is hiring a Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and repair plant equipment as production scales up. You will work on motion-controlled systems, robotics, and electrical/hydraulic components, keeping CMMS records and reading schematics.

This position supports GMP/food production and requires strong problem-solving skills. The role offers a day shift ($25-$35/hr) with a 2-2-3 schedule and alternating weekends, plus a benefits package including 401k,