Automation Maintenance Technician III

1 week ago


Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Americold Logistics Full time $50,000 - $70,000 per year

Primary Responsibility:

Works independently performing maintenance and repairs on automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) equipment in a cold storage warehouse environment.

What You'll Do:

  • Performs advanced preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, modular overhauls, and troubleshooting on ASRS pallet handling equipment: high bay cranes, low bay cranes, trolleys, conveyors, elevators, turntables, stretch film wrappers, etc.
  • Proficient with preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, and troubleshooting on 3-phase electrical systems.
  • Proficient with corrective repairs and troubleshooting on variable frequency drives (VFDs) and servo drives.
  • Proficient with industrial machine Ethernet networking.
  • Proficient with electrical wiring of equipment and system control panels.
  • Proficient working with and troubleshooting PLC systems.
  • Program and configure barcode scanners, print and apply label systems, light curtains, etc.
  • Experienced with change management methodology related to programming system controls.
  • Understanding of safety devices (i.e., light curtains, door locks, safety relays).
  • Proficient with sensors and devices (i.e., photo eyes, proximity sensors, limit switches).
  • Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records.
  • Work flexible shifts if required, including on call.
  • Keeps work area clean and performs housekeeping duties as required.
    Performs related work and other job assignments as required.

What Experience and Education You Need:

  • 5+ years maintenance experience on ASRS systems or equivalent systems
  • Understands principles of lubrication, power transmission (i.e., sprockets, chains, belts, drives, clutches), hydraulics, and pneumatics.
  • Experience with 3-phase electrical systems
  • Proficient troubleshooting PLC systems
  • Understands electrical safety including arc flash.
  • Experience using Lockout Tagout (LOTO) procedures and devices.
  • Proficient with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

What Could Set You Apart:

  • Experience working in a Cold Storage environment
  • Experience using Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLC systems
  • Experience programming PLC's
  • Successfully completed HAZMAT Responder training
    Successfully completed RETA courses

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job

  • May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of –15 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation)
  • Must tolerate heights up to 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalks
  • Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
  • Frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch
  • Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • Must be able to use hand and power tools
  • Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and/or manipulate parts & tools
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eye glasses
  • Able to work nights and weekends
  • Able to pass a physical and respiratory exam

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.


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