Job Title: Automation Maintenance Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician with experience in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing CNC machines. The ideal candidate will handle automation machine tool electrical maintenance, working on a variety of CNC equipment including CNC mills, CNC lathes, CNC machining centers, and robotics. You will work with over 35 OEM machine brands and handle equipment such as P&H cranes/hoists, conveyors, furnaces, large part washers, ABB robots, and CNC machine tools. You will also be responsible for repairing CNC and PLC equipment with controllers from brands like Fanuc, Siemens, Modicon, and Allen-Bradley. Key tasks include troubleshooting and repairing AC/DC analog and digital drives, sensors, cables, wiring, drive faults, encoders, and 480V systems. You will connect a laptop to machines to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair issues. The maintenance team uses an MMS system to generate work orders, and you will log all maintenance performed using a company-provided computer/tablet. Prioritize machinery repairs based on the value stream of the equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair CNC machines and equipment.
• Handle electrical maintenance for CNC mills, CNC lathes, CNC machining centers, and robotics.
• Work with over 35 OEM machine brands including P&H cranes/hoists, conveyors, furnaces, large part washers, ABB robots, and CNC machine tools.
• Repair CNC and PLC equipment with controllers from Fanuc, Siemens, Modicon, and Allen-Bradley.
• Troubleshoot and repair AC/DC analog and digital drives, sensors, cables, wiring, drive faults, encoders, and 480V systems.
• Connect a laptop to machines for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing issues.
• Use an MMS system to generate work orders and log maintenance performed using a company-provided computer/tablet.
• Prioritize machinery repairs based on the value stream of the equipment.

Essential Skills

• Troubleshooting and repairing CNC machines.
• Experience with electrical maintenance, including AC/DC power systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC controls by going online and editing ladder logic.
• Experience with electrical wiring, sensors, cables, and drive faults.
• Knowledge of Glass Scale Linear Encoders.
• Experience with HMI and altering programs for electrical troubleshooting.
• Controls experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Rockwell, and Fanuc.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair CNC equipment independently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certified Electrician.
• Associate Degree in Industrial Automation.

Why Work Here?

We offer traveling opportunities for candidates and pay rates above market for the skill set. There is also a $5,000 sign-on bonus if converted to full-time. This is a chance to join our team without going through a long onboarding process for direct hires.

Work Environment

Manufacturing facility that is climate-controlled and very clean. Machine shop production environment. These are off-shift positions with 2 on 2nd shift (3:30 PM - 11:30 PM) and 2 on 3rd shift (11:30 PM - 7:30 AM). During the first 2-4 weeks, candidates can expect 40 hours a week on days for training before moving to their assigned shift. Candidates must be open to both shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, Indiana.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lafayette,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2025.

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. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.