Robotic Installation Technician
We are a well-established company located in Augusta, GA, with a dominant market share in our industry. We are currently seeking an Automation / Robotics Technician due to the expansion of our robotic installations in the assembly process. This position is for the day shift, starting at 8:00am and ending at 4:30pm. There is also the potential for up to 10 hours of paid overtime per week. We offer a competitive benefits package, including a 401K plan with a 100% match up to 5%. Additionally, there is a generous performance-based bonus program and relocation assistance available if needed. The manufacturing environment includes die casting, stamping, and assembly processes, and we utilize robots from Fanuc, ABB, and UR, as well as Allen Bradley PLCs. A minimum of 5 years of experience is preferred for this Level III role.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Automation/Robotics Technician will be responsible for participating in the design of cells, end of arm tooling, and fixtures, as well as the installation of automated equipment. This role will involve a combination of mechanical, electrical, and facilities support. The technician's main responsibilities will include configuring, testing, operating, maintaining, servicing, and troubleshooting robots and other automated systems used in production, with the goal of improving efficiency and extending the lifespan of the equipment.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "May.") General and other duties as assigned.
Level I
- Handle pneumatics and work with compressed air principles.
- Handle hydraulics and work with principles of fluid mechanics.
- Work with circuits from 120 to 480 volts and perform electrical tasks such as AC and DC power and circuit board handling.
- Assist in the construction of robotic equipment in collaboration with engineers.
- Perform testing on robotic systems to ensure their proper functioning.
Level II (This level includes all Level I responsibilities)
- Handle plumbing tasks such as layout and installation of various plumbing systems and interpreting isometric drawings.
- Perform electrical tasks such as using electrical test equipment for voltage and current readings and ohm testing.
- Install and program robotic equipment in a manufacturing facility.
- Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues that arise with robotic equipment.
- Perform repairs on robots or peripheral equipment, such as replacing defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, or servomotors.
Level III (This level includes all Level I & II responsibilities)
- Handle air logic controls installation based on prints or schematics.
- Troubleshoot hydraulic circuits containing various components such as check valves, accumulators, cylinders, flow controls, directional control valves, pressure control valves.
- Troubleshoot PLC systems using a computer.
- Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or conveyors.
- Utilize knowledge of fabrication equipment for maintenance tasks.
- Operate or oversee the operation of robotics equipment.
- Analyze and categorize events within the equipment.
- Collaborate closely with engineers and production team to achieve desired output.
- Perform preventative maintenance, including routine upgrades and inspections.
- Repair robotic machines, systems, and tools as needed.
- Disassemble or re-assemble robots for repair or replacement of parts.
- Train others on the installation, usage, and servicing of robots.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- For Level I: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- For Level II: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), two to four years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- For Level III: Technical training certificates or associate degree, six to eight years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and to communicate orally. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.