Lead Automation Technician II

United States Cold Storage, Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Educational assistance

BCBS health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

United States Cold Storage, Inc. is hiring an Automation Technician 1 to maintain and troubleshoot automated systems within our Engineering department.

You will read schematics, perform maintenance, source parts, and support projects, ensuring safe, efficient operation in a cold storage environment. The role requires strong electrical/mechanical skills, documented maintenance experience, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Advanced technical certification.
• Associate’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Two plus years as USCS Automation Technician 1 with completion of USCS automation training and advanced courses.
• Hold and maintain all required certifications and compliance training.
• Four years maintenance experience in a manufacturing or distribution center environment
• Advanced electrical skills including but not limited to troubleshooting and replacing/adjusting VFDs, IO cards, remote IO modules, barcode scanners, motors.
• Advanced mechanical skills including but not limited to troubleshooting and replacing/adjusting chains, rollers, motors, gears, bearings
• Hands on experience troubleshooting and maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Must have strong computer skills with familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the optimal performance of the automated system and its integrated automation components and controls.
• Demonstrate advanced understanding and knowledge of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Complete and fulfill all the tasks and responsibilities of the Automation Technician 1.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with automated equipment.
• Capable of working independently and with limited supervision.
• Utilize a network-based Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system to manage work orders, ensuring accurate documentation, status updates, and completion in accordance with established processes.
• Lead portions of projects and repairs while guiding other technicians.
• Diagnose system faults, implementing timely resolutions, and ensuring continuous operational efficiency.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical prints, and other technical documentation to perform repairs as directed.
• Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance activities as directed.
• Identify and source all necessary parts and materials required for the planning and successful completion of equipment installations or projects.
• Escalates breakdowns and system outages acting as a key liaison between warehouse operations, automation providers, and USCS Engineering to help resolve errors.
• Adapt work schedules as required to ensure timely completion of multiple projects and support organizational priorities.
• Effectively multi-task across competing responsibilities while ensuring accuracy, organization, and timely completion of deliverables.
• Demonstrate capability in operating forklifts and boom lifts, including safely performing work at elevated heights.
• Mentor and build the skill level of automation 1 technicians.
• Manage the parts inventory to ensure the overall success of any projects and the automated system.
• Install, wire, and set up electrical components and devices from drawings.
• Perform secondary job tasks as assigned.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in electrical/mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

CMMS

Job description

United States Cold Storage, Inc. is hiring an Automation Technician 1 to maintain and troubleshoot automated systems within our Engineering department.

You will read schematics, perform maintenance, source parts, and support projects, ensuring safe, efficient operation in a cold storage environment. The role requires strong electrical/mechanical skills, documented maintenance experience, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.