Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex automated systems used in high-volume electronics manufacturing. This role ensures that robotic cells and custom automated assembly equipment operate at peak efficiency with minimal downtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on robotic arms, conveyors, pick-and-place machines, and automated optical inspection (AOI) systems to prevent mechanical or electrical failure.
• Diagnose root causes of equipment malfunctions involving PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), sensors, motors, pneumatic systems, and vision systems.
• Calibrate high-precision robotics and automated tooling to ensure accuracy in component placement and soldering within tight tolerances.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to implement hardware and software upgrades that improve cycle times, yield, and machine reliability.
• Maintain detailed logs of repairs, part replacements, and equipment performance metrics. Assist in creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for machine operation.
• Ensure all equipment meets OSHA and corporate safety standards, including the proper functioning of light curtains, E-stops, and interlocking safety gates.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in maintaining and jogging 6-axis or SCARA robots (e.g., FANUC, Epson, or ABB).
• Basic understanding of PLC logic (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) and the ability to use HMI screens for diagnostics.
• Strong knowledge of digital and analog circuitry, power supplies, and wiring schematics.
• Experience with vacuum grippers, actuators, ball screws, and solenoid valves.
• Ability to use precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers) and diagnostic equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Troubleshooting skills in maintenance, PLC, mechanical, automated machines, electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Familiarity with 3-phase electrical systems.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to excellence in electronics manufacturing. Enjoy a collaborative work culture that values continuous improvement and professional growth. Experience a challenging and rewarding environment where your skills and expertise will be appreciated and developed.

Work Environment

This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods. Work in an environment requiring specialized attire like ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) smocks and grounding straps. Flexibility to work varying shifts is necessary to support 24/7 production schedules.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Petersburg, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 Saint Petersburg, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.