Automation Maintenance Technician

Automation Maintenance Technician

Location: Lockport, Illinois

Salary: $30.00 - $35.00

Job Category: Light Industrial

Date Posted: 11/09/2026

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Job Description:

Location: Lockport, Illinois

Automation Maintenance Technician, Lockport IL
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:30 PM, Occasional travel opportunities available
Weekend Requirement: One Saturday per month for sensor cleaning activities.
We’re seeking an experienced Automation Maintenance Technician to support a highly automated distribution facility featuring nearly 500 autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) operating across 84 workstations. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys working with robotics, automation, controls, and advanced material handling systems.
As an Automation Maintenance Technician, you will install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize autonomous mobile robot systems, automation equipment, controls, and facility assets to ensure safe and reliable operations. You’ll also serve as a technical leader, providing guidance and support to maintenance team members.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on AMR systems, conveyors, controls, and automation equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system issues.
  • Minimize downtime through efficient diagnostics and repairs.
  • Support equipment installations, upgrades, testing, and system optimization.
  • Coordinate daily maintenance priorities and assignments.
  • Mentor and provide technical support to junior technicians.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records within the CMMS system.
  • Manage spare parts inventory and identify critical shortages.
  • Promote safety, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action efforts.

Desired Background/Skills:

  • Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent vocational training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience supporting automation systems, robotics, PLC-controlled equipment, or industrial electrical systems.
  • Experience with Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) systems required
  • PLC troubleshooting and controls experience.
  • Prior leadership or lead technician experience.
  • Experience in distribution, fulfillment, logistics, or manufacturing environments.
  • Experience troubleshooting and repairing robotic systems, conveyor controls, pneumatic systems, and related equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
  • Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs, CMMS systems, NEC principles, and safe work practices.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution or manufacturing environment.

Other Information:

Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to join a hardworking, supportive team- apply with us today to get started!
CoWorx is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that a varied workforce enhances our business outcomes and contributes to a brighter future for our internal teams, Field Talent, customers, and communities. We are committed to considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or veteran status, and we do not discriminate based on disability.
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Location: Lockport, Illinois

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CoWorx Staffing Services is committed to the professional growth of job seekers and furthering their powerful impact on employers. Their compassionate, experienced team places candidates in administrative, light industrial, call center, distribution, and third-party logistics positions, with additional opportunities through its executive search, creative staffing, and luxury beauty and fragrance divisions. As one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S., CoWorx is a trusted partner to growing businesses for all of their temporary staffing, direct hire, on-site services, and payrolling needs. By continuously investing in its team and processes, CoWorx is raising the standards of client partnership, DEI commitment, and community impact within the staffing industry.