Automation Maintenance Technician

DigiKey

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profile Job Location:

Thief River Falls, MN - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 24 - 33
Posted on: 13 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package. To learn more visit our benefits and perks page.

Position Overview:

The Automation Maintenance Technician role is responsible for supporting the understanding maintenance and documentation of automation equipment within a technical environment. The individual gathers and records detailed information about devices reviews technical documentation (such as blueprints schematics and manuals) and uses that information to support troubleshooting maintenance and continuous improvement efforts.

The position requires hands-on technical skills including mechanical aptitude and experience with electronic assemblies along with strong problem-solving abilities. The individual works both independently and collaboratively across cross-functional teams contributing to broader projects as needed while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality.

Overall this role combines technical analysis practical maintenance skills and teamwork to help ensure equipment operates efficiently and effectively.

This is an essential onsite role and will require regular onsite attendance.

Responsibilities:

Automation equipment production support:

  • Monitor software dashboards for indications of production issues

  • Communicate production issues to other teams within Digi-Key

  • Take corrective software or mechanical actions to resolve issues

  • Collect data about the issue

  • Enter data about issues into spreadsheets/software

Maintenance and assembly:

  • Assembling automation devices consisting of mechanical electrical and pneumatic components

  • Testing and qualifying automation devices

  • Installing/updating Firmware

  • Assembling and installing wiring harnesses

  • Assembling/repairing circuit boards

  • Replacing worn components on automation devices

  • Assembling storage components used for automation projects

  • Trouble shooting problematic automation devices

  • Collect and document detailed information about devices

  • Assisting with other Digi-Key team projects as needed

Required Knowledge Skills and Experience

  • Two-Year Degree Engineering Mechanics Technology or similar area of study or equivalent 4 years of work experience in a closely related technical field

  • Ability to work and communicate effectively in a team environment or individually with minimal supervision

  • Work well in cross functional teams

  • Ability to understand and follow safety procedures

  • Ability to understand written and verbal communications

  • Able to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining a positive attitude

  • Self-motivated

  • Good attendance

  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of electronic assemblies construction and testing techniques

  • Mechanical experience

  • Hands on Trouble shooting skills

  • Ability to drive a forklift

  • Must have a valid drivers license

  • Requires availability for some weekend work

Physical Requirements:

  • Capable of spending 8-10 hours walking/standing on concrete

  • Ability to lift 40 lbs. from floor to shoulder height

  • Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. alone

  • Ability to drive a forklift

  • Must have a valid drivers license

  • Requires availability for some weekend work

Compensation:

The base pay range for this position is:

$24.25

to

$33.25

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity.

Many factors influence the determination of base pay within a range including the candidates work experience in related roles; the candidates knowledge skills capabilities and performance; the relative pay of other DigiKey employees in similar roles; and the budget available for the position.

DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities and to apply and be considered for open positions.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at 1- or .

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Required Experience:

IC

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