Robotics Technician: PLC & Automation Installations

Actalent

Georgetown (KY)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 51,000

Full time

35 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision
401(k) plan
Life Insurance
PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Robotics Technician in Georgetown, KY to install, program, and maintain robotic systems across North America. The role emphasizes online/offline robot and PLC programming, equipment installation, safety validation, and troubleshooting of electrical control systems for automated welding and handling.

The position involves significant project-based travel, collaboration with maintenance teams, and training on new equipment.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years PLC programming experience in industrial environments.
  • 2+ years knowledge of electrical circuits and industrial controls.
  • 2-year technical degree or trade school in Electrical/Industrial Maintenance, or equivalent work history.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% (international travel possible).
  • Ability to work up to 30% overtime when required.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lb and work on heights.
  • Read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings accurately.

Responsibilities

  • Program, configure, and modify robots and PLCs online and offline.
  • Install new equipment and automation systems to meet specs.
  • Verify safety devices and interlocks for production readiness.
  • Support start-up, commissioning, and optimization of systems.
  • Travel to North American plants, mainly KY, AL, MS, and Canada.
  • Train maintenance teams on operation and troubleshooting.

Skills

PLC programming
Electrical concepts
Reading drawings
Travel readiness
Overtime readiness
Manual dexterity
Team collaboration

Education

2-year technical degree or trade school in Electrical/Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Siemens PLCs
Omron PLCs
Mitsubishi PLCs
Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Robotics Technician in Georgetown, KY to install, program, and maintain robotic systems across North America. The role emphasizes online/offline robot and PLC programming, equipment installation, safety validation, and troubleshooting of electrical control systems for automated welding and handling.

The position involves significant project-based travel, collaboration with maintenance teams, and training on new equipment.

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