Robotics & Automation Maintenance Technician

Symbotic; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Symbotic is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair, calibrate, and maintain its automated and robotic systems, including adapters, lifts, and robotic vehicles. You will become the system expert across mechanical, PLC, electrical, and electronic subsystems, ensuring high uptime and safety in a dynamic warehouse setting.

The role requires an associate degree or certification and at least 3 years of experience with automated systems, plus strong troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certification in electronics, automation, manufacturing, or related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience with mechanical automation systems.
• Ability to read electro-mechanical diagrams and troubleshoot independently.
• Experience operating automated systems and PLC knowledge.
• Strong troubleshooting and procedural discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on systems associated with Automated Storage and Retrieval System of automated robotic vehicles and Automated Adapters/ Lifts.
• Lead continuous operation by adjusting, calibrating, repairing, replacing or modifying system components.
• Process and monitor the flow of the automated storage and retrieval system, through means of the adapters, including manual inbound, automatic inbound, automatic outbound, to achieve maximum throughput and cases per hour.
• Troubleshoot automated robotic vehicle anomalies and stoppages using schematic and wiring diagrams as well as advanced test equipment.
• Perform periodic system inspections within expected durations on all equipment and thoroughly document all actions and repairs to include parts used and labor. Ensure quality maintenance and complete documentation via the CMMS.
• Effective communication of production impacting problems and suggested actions, including approximate time required for corrective and emergency maintenance to required team members.
• Must be able to work in a dynamic environment and change course based on immediate business needs.
• Cleanup of equipment and removal of replaced parts from work areas after repairs are completed.
• Responsible for automated robotic vehicle recovery in the Symbotic Matrix select system to include working in restrictive environments.
• Responsible for minor utility work such as machining holes, brackets; cutting steel; aligning sensors; attaching Unistrut; etc).
• Responsible for troubleshooting, calibration, set up, and tool changes on Robotic arms.
• Responsible for continuous cleaning and adhering to 5S policies.
• Perform Cell Operator functions as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Automation systems

PLC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Electro-mechanical diagrams

Independent worker

Education

Associate degree / Certification in electronics or automation

Tools

CMMS experience

Job description

Symbotic is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair, calibrate, and maintain its automated and robotic systems, including adapters, lifts, and robotic vehicles. You will become the system expert across mechanical, PLC, electrical, and electronic subsystems, ensuring high uptime and safety in a dynamic warehouse setting.

The role requires an associate degree or certification and at least 3 years of experience with automated systems, plus strong troubleshooting skills.