Industrial Maintenance Technician – Automation & Robotics

Shift Options:

• 2nd Shift: Sunday–Thursday, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM

• 3rd Shift: Sunday–Thursday, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on industrial production equipment, conveyors, automation systems, and robotics. This position plays an important role in ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing production downtime, and maintaining a safe and efficient manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and automated equipment, including PLC-controlled systems, and can work independently while collaborating with other maintenance personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, routine inspections, adjustments, and repairs on conveyors, automated production equipment, robotics, and related machinery.

• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and identify mechanical, electrical, and controls-related issues.

• Diagnose and resolve equipment faults involving PLC systems, sensors, inputs, outputs, and related components.

• Assemble, test, and inspect equipment to verify proper operation and production readiness.

• Investigate equipment failures, analyze production downtime, and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Document maintenance activities, equipment issues, repairs, and work orders in computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and operating records for production and facility equipment.

• Collaborate with maintenance mechanics, operations, engineering, and other team members to resolve equipment issues.

• Assist with general facility maintenance, including lighting, doors, minor plumbing, carpentry, HVAC-related tasks, and other building repairs as needed.

• Follow established safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash precautions, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Support additional maintenance projects, equipment installations, and other operational needs as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience maintaining or repairing conveyors, automation systems, robotics, or related industrial equipment.

• Fundamental understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment.

• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment, including inputs, outputs, and basic control logic.

• Ability to perform preventive maintenance, diagnose equipment failures, and complete repairs safely and effectively.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and electronic maintenance documentation.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Willingness to learn new equipment, work overtime as needed, and travel up to 10% for business purposes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, HVAC, or a related field.

• Completion of a maintenance apprenticeship or relevant trade certification.

• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

• Experience in facility or building maintenance within a large industrial or commercial facility.

• Familiarity with industrial safety standards and equipment reliability practices.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand and move for extended periods during a shift.

• Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.

• Ability to bend, twist, reach, climb ladders and stairs, work at heights, and perform overhead maintenance tasks.

• Ability to work safely around industrial machinery and follow all required safety procedures.

• Willingness to operate material-handling equipment, such as a forklift, when required.

• Availability for overtime and on-call requests as needed.

Work Schedule

This position offers second- or third-shift scheduling, Sunday through Thursday. Candidates must be comfortable working the assigned shift and adjusting their schedules as operational needs require.

Qualified candidates with industrial maintenance, automation, robotics, conveyor, and PLC troubleshooting experience are encouraged to apply.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.