Senior Automation Technician & Project Lead

United States Cold Storage Inc; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 55,104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K and Educational Assistance

Blue Cross Blue Shield after 30 days

Company Life Insurance

Additional benefits and perks

Job summary

United States Cold Storage Inc (USCS) is seeking an Automation Technician 1 to maintain and troubleshoot automated systems in a cold-chain facility. You will read schematics, perform PMs, manage work orders in CMMS, and support multiple projects with limited supervision.

The role requires strong electrical/mechanical skills, forklift/boom lift operation, and a history of maintenance in manufacturing or distribution environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Advanced technical certification preferred.
• Associate’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering preferred.
• Two+ years as Automation Technician 1 with USCS training.
• Four years maintenance experience in manufacturing/distribution.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the optimal performance of the automated system and its integrated components.
• Demonstrate advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with automated equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical prints.
• Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance.
• Utilize CMMS to manage work orders and documentation.
• Lead portions of projects and mentor other technicians.
• Operate forklifts and boom lifts safely.
• Source parts and materials for installations or repairs.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Pneumatic & hydraulic

Forklift/boom lift

MS Office

CMMS

Electrical schematics

Education

High school diploma / GED

Associate’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Advanced technical certification

Two+ years Automation Technician 1 experience

Four years maintenance experience

Certifications & compliance training

Tools

CMMS

MS Office

Electrical schematics reading tools

Job description

United States Cold Storage Inc (USCS) is seeking an Automation Technician 1 to maintain and troubleshoot automated systems in a cold-chain facility. You will read schematics, perform PMs, manage work orders in CMMS, and support multiple projects with limited supervision.

The role requires strong electrical/mechanical skills, forklift/boom lift operation, and a history of maintenance in manufacturing or distribution environments.