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Automation Technician
at Aerotek
Lincolnton, NC
Posted: 4-23-2025
Engineering
$59,280/year
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About this Career
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Skills
Mechanical Aptitude, Surface Grinding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding, Equipment Repair, Equipment Design, Housekeeping, Automation, Lathes, Robotics, Preventive Maintenance, Fabrication, Machining, Operations, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), Programmable Logic Controllers, Programmable Logic Controllers Programming, Drill Press, Hydraulics, Milling, Pneumatics, Mechanics, Operating Systems
Job Description
Job Title:
Automation Technician Job Description As an Automation Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment and systems. You will design and implement basic modifications to resolve machine problems, dismantle, inspect, and overhaul equipment as required by the preventive maintenance program and production schedules. Additionally, you will document repair and maintenance activities, participate in new equipment design, and train others on job duties. You will also perform daily system checks to verify all quality checks are working properly and maintain organized Secondary Operations storage areas. Continuous skill advancement through seminars and vendor training is required. Responsibilities Maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and systems, resolving all problems. Design and implement basic modifications to resolve machine problems. Dismantle, inspect, and overhaul equipment as required by preventive maintenance program and production schedules. Document repair and maintenance activities and quality checks. Participate in new equipment design. Train others on job duties, including outside molders. Perform daily system checks to verify all quality checks are working properly. Perform required housekeeping, keeping all Secondary Operations storage areas organized. Continuously maintain and advance skill level by attending seminars and vendor training, keeping up with current and future automation technologies. Acquire and develop proficiency in machining and fabrication, including proficiency in MIG and TIG welding and operation of drill press, lathe, milling machine, and surface grinder. Essential Skills Knowledge of automation and automated equipment. Proficiency in PLC programming and robotics. Strong mechanical aptitude. Experience with Allen Bradley PLC, electrical, and mechanical maintenance. Ability to troubleshoot electrical and PLC systems. Understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and maintenance mechanics. High school education or equivalent. Basic computer operation skills with current software operating systems and programs. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $52000.00- $66560.00/yr.
- Coverage starts the 1st day of the following month after date of hire.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, life, short term disability, accidental death
- Referral program ($500)
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO/vacation
- 11 paid holidays 10 bonuses per year ($1250 sign on bonus after 6 months, attendance bonus each month for no missed time $200, production every 6/mo $600+, quarter bonus production/housekeeping $250-400 Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lincolnton,NC.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry- from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges.
Other Job Posting Details
Salary
Minimum
Maximum
$52,000/yr
$66,560/yr