Industrial Automation Technician

1 week ago


East Gwillimbury, Ontario, Canada WITRON Full time

About WITRON

The WITRON Group is a leading provider of highly automated logistic systems, offering a wide range of services from planning to realization and maintenance. Our teams of skilled professionals work together to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our clients.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Automation Technician to join our Maintenance Team. As an Automation Technician, you will be responsible for troubleshooting and providing maintenance repairs to the cranes and other automated machinery within our automated facility.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform preventative maintenance and unplanned electrical and mechanical repairs
  • Electrically and mechanically maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated equipment
  • Perform planned maintenance on automated cranes, conveyors, and specialty equipment
  • Proficiency in using basic hand and power tools to perform repairs
  • Complete electrical and mechanical root cause analysis, fault finding and diagnosis, as well as recovery and resolution
  • Analysis of component failures and single point of failure prevention and recurrences using system information
  • Establish and improve inspection methods and component or process improvements through continues improvement program
  • Read and understand electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings
  • Responsible for system performance monitoring and operational status
  • Collaborate with other technicians on mechanical and electrical problems
  • Use Witron's Computerized Management System for shift cross overs, tracking parts, and completing work orders
  • Understand and follow site specific protocols and escalation procedures
  • Perform maintenance as per structured maintenance schedule
  • Document and complete planned repairs and maintenance activities
  • Inspect, repair, and replace electrical and mechanical wear and spare parts inclusive of all set-ups and calibrations
  • Perform maintenance related cleaning of equipment and provide support to equipment operators
  • Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program

Requirements

  • 2-3 year degree or diploma in Electromechanical Engineering technology or equivalent OR Red seal endorsement in Electrical 442A/ 309A / 5th year Industrial Electrician apprentice OR Red Seal endorsement in Industrial Millwright or final year Industrial Millwright apprentice
  • Training or certification in PLC programming and troubleshooting
  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in an industrial automation environment or manufacturing with both mechanical, electrical, and controls troubleshooting and repair including motors, gearboxes, chains, bearings, shafts, sprockets, gears, belts, etc.
  • Rigging and hoisting experience of loads up to 1 ton
  • Experienced and comfortable working with AC voltages up to 480V and controls voltage of 24V
  • Familiar and adaptability to the 5S system
  • Welding experience considered an asset
  • Physically able to lift 25kg unassisted, climb ladders and cranes
  • Must be able to work in conditions of +5C to -25C with personal protective equipment (PPE) provided including cold temperature gear, facial gear, gloves, and handwarmers
  • Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights exceeding 20 meters after proper training, including working at heights, with personal protective equipment (PPE) provided including fall protection safety harness
  • Flexibility in working hours between days, afternoons, and nights (including weekends)
  • Excellent computer literacy including MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Highly motivated, proactive, and willingness to take on new challenges and tasks
  • Comfortable working in fast paced, deadline driven environment
  • Must be meticulous and able to work independently and safely
  • Willingness to travel to other sites for training


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