Resident Automation Technician II - Aurora, IL

Proactive Technical Limited; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO

Fitness reimbursement

Safety shoe and protective eyewear programs

Job summary

Proactive Technical Limited is seeking a Resident Automation Technician II in the United States. This role requires a broad electrical and mechanical skillset to support client automation needs effectively. Responsibilities include resolving equipment issues, performing maintenance on automated systems, and optimizing performance to meet KPIs. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, experience in troubleshooting, and familiarity with HMI/SCADA. Benefits include health coverage and 401(k) match. To apply, contact Jaimie Brackett at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience in maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with electromechanical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Resolve customer equipment issues quickly.
• Complete maintenance activities on automated equipment.
• Optimize automation efficiency to meet KPIs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or Technical Certificate in related field

Tools

HMI experience

SCADA experience

Profibus

Profinet

Job description

Overview

Resident Automation Technician II. The Resident Automation Technician II supports our customer on all automation-related topics. This position requires a broad-based electrical and mechanical skillset along with a proactive approach to identifying ways to improve the site’s performance through troubleshooting and hands-on repair. Based at our customer site, the Resident Automation Technician II must represent the image and ensure a professional relationship with the client is developed and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Resolve customer equipment issues as quickly and practically as possible.
• Complete work assignments and the associated work orders as assigned.
• Complete maintenance activities pertaining to the automated equipment on-site, including conveyors, cranes, shuttles, scale checks, and carton-opening systems.
• Adhere to the highest quality standards, while always ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Optimize automation efficiency and performance to ensure delivery of contracted KPIs. Interface with the customer as needed to support operations.
• Monitor and maintain the site spare parts inventory.
• Collaborate with the broader Lifetime Services team to track, document, and communicate issues and lessons learned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma required. Associate degree or Technical Certificate in Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Engineering, or related field strongly preferred.
• Two (2) to three (3) years of demonstrated experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment in industrial, warehousing/distribution, manufacturing, or related environments.
• Familiarity with HMI (human machine interface) and/or SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition interface) experience.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings for use in diagnostics.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, etc).
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Previous experience in electromechanical troubleshooting and repair of material-handling conveyors, AS/RS, and shuttle systems, preferred.
• Profibus and Profinet experience preferred.

Benefits and Why You Should Apply

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family protected.
• 401(k) with a company match to help you build your future.
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing learning opportunities to support career development.
• Strong pay structure with generous PTO to ensure work-life balance.
• Fitness reimbursement, plus safety shoe and protective eyewear programs to keep you safe and healthy on the job.
• Join a global leader in warehouse automation known for innovation, long-term partnerships, and career stability.
• Work in an environment that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth.

How to Apply

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jaimie Brackett at [e-mail]

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and advanced technology sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

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Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.