Robotics Technician - Traverse City Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking experienced Robotics Technicians for opportunities in Traverse City, MI. The role focuses on maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting industrial robots, ensuring optimal performance and reliability across manufacturing environments.

Ideal candidates will have an Associate's degree in robotics-related field and 2+ years of industrial robotics experience with brands like FANUC, KUKA, or ABB, plus proficiency in PLCs, vision systems, and teach pendant

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in industrial robotics maintenance and troubleshooting (FANUC, KUKA, ABB).
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and PLC ladder logic.
• Strong understanding of robotic programming, calibration, and teach pendant operations.
• Experience with vision systems, end-of-arm tooling, and sensor integration.
• Ability to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on complex robotic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of robotic systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and software issues in industrial robots.
• Install and configure new robotic cells and peripheral equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and develop maintenance schedules.
• Optimize robot performance and cycle times through programming adjustments.
• Collaborate with engineers to test and validate new robotic applications.

Skills

Robotics programming

Maintenance & troubleshooting

PLC ladder logic

Electrical schematics

Teach pendant operation

Vision systems integration

Robot calibration

Collaborative robots safety

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Robotics/Mechatronics

Tools

FANUC

KUKA

ABB

Cognex

Keyence

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

Python

C++

Job description

Robotics Technician | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $58,000 - $90,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting robotic systems? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Traverse City seeking experienced Robotics Technicians.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Traverse City seeking experienced Robotics Technicians. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of robotic systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and software issues in industrial robots.
• Install and configure new robotic cells and peripheral equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and develop maintenance schedules.
• Optimize robot performance and cycle times through programming adjustments.
• Collaborate with engineers to test and validate new robotic applications.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years experience in industrial robotics maintenance and troubleshooting (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, ABB).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and PLC ladder logic.
• Strong understanding of robotic programming, calibration, and teach pendant operations.
• Experience with vision systems, end-of-arm tooling, and sensor integration.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and predictive maintenance on complex robotic systems.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence) for robotic guidance and inspection.
• Familiarity with various robot programming languages beyond teach pendant (e.g., Python, C++).
• PLC programming experience (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell) for integrated system control.
• Demonstrated ability to train operators and junior technicians on robotic system operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Experience with collaborative robots (cobots) and their specific safety considerations.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Robotics Technician,Robotics Specialist,Automation Technician,Mechatronics Technician,Robotics Repair Technician,Industrial Robotics Technician,Field Robotics Technician,Robotics Maintenance Technician,Robotics Assembly Technician,Automation Specialist

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.