Industrial Robotics Maintenance Technologist

Ready to keep high-tech manufacturing moving?

Do you thrive where robots, PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics meet? Are you calm under pressure when a line alarm demands a swift, safe, and smart response? If so, this role lets you grow from hands-on changovers to advanced programming and systems optimization.

Why this role matters

• Protect uptime by responding rapidly to production issues and eliminating repeat failures.
• Execute precise changeovers, soldering tasks, and adhesive dispense adjustments to meet schedule and quality goals.
• Build capabilities—from troubleshooting to PLC/HMI modifications and robot path edits—over three progressive levels.

Work environment

• Irregular schedules may be required.
• Exposure to chemicals, high voltage, loud noise, and hazardous waste.
• Strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental policies; correct handling/disposal of hazardous materials is mandatory.

What you'll tackle at each level

Level 1

• Start up/shut down work centers and perform changeovers.
• Troubleshoot basics on pneumatics, soldering, robots, tip changers, and assembly fixtures.
• Complete barrel/drum changes and weight checks; understand production metrics and escalation.
• Document all PMs/repairs in the CMMS; keep crossover notes and equipment logs current.
• Other duties as assigned; follow all HSE requirements.

Level 2

• All Level 1 responsibilities, plus:
• Diagnose PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, servo drives, and vision systems.
• Read/apply electrical schematics, pneumatic prints, and blueprints; replace hydraulic/pneumatic components.
• Rebuild solder heads; troubleshoot robot programs; verify quality with gauging fixtures.
• Other duties as assigned; follow all HSE requirements.

Level 3

• All Level 2 responsibilities, plus:
• Modify robot paths; teach/calibrate vision systems; update HMI screens.
• Create/modify PLC ladder logic, HMI applications, pneumatic diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Apply GD&T; use metrology tools; work with industrial network protocols.
• Optimize soldering processes; replace and tune servo drives.
• Produce blueprints/drawings to support engineering designs.
• Train maintenance/production teams; aid skills assessments and recommend/deliver training.
• Drive problem-solving and continuous improvement projects.
• Other duties as assigned; follow all HSE requirements.

Qualifications by level

Level 1

• 1–3 years in mechanical or automation machine repair.
• Proven troubleshooting across assigned equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude with pneumatics and electrical.
• Team-oriented communication skills (written and verbal).
• English required; Spanish bilingual preferred.

Level 2

• All Level 1 requirements, plus:
• Associate’s in a technical field and/or significant related experience or completed apprenticeship (journeyman) with 2–3 years in automation.
• 4–6 years of experience repairing automation, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• PLC/HMI navigation, connectivity, and troubleshooting proficiency.
• Ability to modify Allen Bradley PLC code and update HMI applications.
• Experience optimizing vision sensor programs.
• Industrial robotics exposure (ABB preferred) with troubleshooting and minor program edits.
• Comfort with electrical schematics, blueprints, and pneumatic/hydraulic diagrams.

Level 3

• All Level 2 requirements, plus:
• 7+ years progressive automation/maintenance experience with advanced programming and troubleshooting.
• Expertise rebuilding machinery and integrating hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, and robotic systems.
• Advanced PLC ladder logic, HMI, and pneumatic/electrical diagram development.
• Vision calibration and advanced robot path modification skills.
• GD&T knowledge and precision metrology proficiency.
• Ability to support design reviews and ensure compliance with codes, safety standards, and maintainability.

Physical demands

• Stand 8–12 hours per day.
• Lift up to 35 lbs repeatedly per hour.
• Frequent bending, twisting, turning, and lifting.
• Repetitive hand use: gripping, grasping, pinching, squeezing.

Technical toolkit

• PLC (Allen Bradley) and HMI platforms.
• Core strengths: mechanical troubleshooting, PM/inspection, industrial robot programming, pneumatics troubleshooting, maintenance and repair, CNC setup and changeover.