Robotics Technician

Job Description Job Description Location: On-site Employment Type: Contract Pay Range: $35–$50/hr (commensurate with experience) About the Role We're looking for a Robotics Technician to support our teleoperation stations used for data collection via tele-operation. You'll be embedded with operators throughout their 8-hour shift, keeping stations running smoothly and stepping in immediately to resolve mechanical, electrical, or software issues so operators can stay productive and station downtime is kept to a minimum. This is a hands-on, general-purpose technical role for someone who's comfortable working across hardware, wiring, and basic software. What You'll Do Stay on the floor with operators for the full shift, ready to respond the moment a station has an issue Set up and configure teleoperation stations, including robot arms/platforms, cameras, and haptics Perform daily calibration and station checks before operation sessions begin Diagnose and resolve hardware, connectivity, and wiring issues quickly to minimize station downtime, including USB faults (disconnects, driver/enumeration issues, hub or cable failures) and power supply issues Follow standard troubleshooting procedures (TPs) for common faults, including USB/connection TPs, and know when to escalate if a fix isn't working Trace and repair basic wiring issues, and inspect power delivery to equipment (power supplies, adapters, connectors) Perform routine maintenance, minor repairs, and part replacements on robotic equipment, including basic 3D-printed part replacement or fabrication as needed Track recurring issues and escalate hardware or software problems to engineering as needed Assist with setup of new equipment as stations scale What We're Looking For 1–3 years of experience working with robotics, automation, electromechanical systems, or teleoperation equipment Working knowledge of USB and cable connectivity troubleshooting Basic understanding of power supplies and power delivery troubleshooting Familiarity with 3D printing and CAD basics Understanding of general wiring troubleshooting Comfort working with cameras, controllers, and basic networking (Wi-Fi/Ethernet troubleshooting) Familiarity with Linux/Windows environments and comfort using command-line tools Strong troubleshooting instincts and the ability to stay calm and act fast when equipment goes down mid-session Nice to Have Experience with robot arms (e.g., YAM, Flexiv) Basic familiarity with Git Prior experience supporting AI/ML data collection operations Experience with ROS or similar robotics middleware Experience writing or improving troubleshooting documentation/runbooks Schedule & Logistics On-site, contract basis, embedded with operators for the full shift Shift schedule: Morning shift 7am–3pm, Night shift 3pm–11pm