Automation Technician

Job summary

The Automation Technician will support the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of robotic and automated manufacturing systems to ensure equipment reliability and performance. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, optimizing vision systems, and collaborating with engineering teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Job details

WHAT YOU’LL DO: In this role, you will support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of robotic and automated manufacturing systems. Key responsibilities include supporting robotic cell deployment, performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting automation and controls issues, optimizing vision systems, and maintaining equipment reliability. You will work closely with Automation Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production teams to ensure automated systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. This position supports production goals in a fastpaced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Support and maintain robotic cells, automation equipment, vision systems, and controls infrastructure to maximize equipment uptime, reliability, and performance. Perform reactive troubleshooting of robotic, electrical, controls, and automation-related issues that occur during production and escalate issues when necessary. Perform preventive maintenance activities on robots, tooling, vision systems, sensors, PLCs, electrical panels, and associated automation equipment while maintaining accurate records of completed work. Support robotic cell assembly, integration, testing, commissioning, and deployment activities for new and existing automation systems. Perform robot reteaching, recovery procedures, calibration, and tooling adjustments to maintain process quality and equipment performance. Troubleshoot, configure, and optimize machine vision systems, including camera alignment, lighting adjustments, and inspection parameters. Work with the Automation Engineering team to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Troubleshoot electrical and controls systems, including PLCs, HMIs, servo systems, safety circuits, sensors, drives, and industrial communication networks. Manage spare parts inventory for automation equipment by identifying critical components, supporting procurement activities, and maintaining inventory records. Maintain equipment documentation, software backups, recovery procedures, and postdeployment support and handover packages. Assist production teams as needed based on operational priorities and provide technical support for automated equipment operation and recovery. WHO YOU ARE: Basic Qualifications: Experience in Automation, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Controls, or related fields. Experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated manufacturing equipment. Experience with industrial robots, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, machine vision systems, and electrical control systems. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation. Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment. Experience with EPSON and Universal robots will be an asset Skills: Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures. Strong communication and teamwork skills are important. Ability to prioritize tasks and respond effectively in a fast-paced production environment. Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. WHY COOLIT? We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that will maintain and strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values. We are a company that is full of vibrant, innovative people who love what we do. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wide shutdown during the holiday season. Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending. These costs are covered by CoolIT and are enacted from your first day. Dress for your day – in a casual yet professional environment. Retention rewards like “The Big Coffee Break” that reward tenure with additional vacation time and a monetary bonus. Company-funded RRSP contributions to support your long-term financial goals. We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks including criminal records check and education. About CoolIT Systems Inc. Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT Systems is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally. Recognized as one of “The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2023” by Financial Times and honored with the Deloitte Fast 50 Clean Technology award in 2022, as well as the Deloitte Fast 500 distinction in both 2021 and 2022, CoolIT's rapid growth is capturing global attention. As demand for generative AI, high performance computing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team. Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin,citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.

What you’ll do

The Automation Technician will support the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of robotic and automated manufacturing systems to ensure equipment reliability and performance. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, optimizing vision systems, and collaborating with engineering teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates must have experience in automation, robotics, or industrial controls, including proficiency with PLCs, HMIs, and electrical systems. The ability to interpret technical documentation and safely operate hand and power tools is essential for this role.

Benefits

• Vacation and flex days • Paid company-wide holiday shutdown • Dental insurance • Drug coverage • Optical insurance • Paramedical services • Health spending account • Retention rewards • Monetary bonus • Company-funded RRSP contributions

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Robotic cell maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Preventive maintenance
• PLC programming
• HMI configuration
• Machine vision systems
• Electrical schematics
• Mechanical drawings
• Servo systems
• Industrial communication networks
• Calibration
• Technical documentation
• Problem-solving
• Teamwork
• Safety compliance
• Hand Tools
• Electrical Control Systems
• Equipment Operation
• Power Tool Operation
• Generative Artificial Intelligence
• Industrial Robotics
• Automation Systems
• Automation Systems Design
• Sensors
• Operation Maintenance
• Mechanical Drawings
• Technical Support
• Automation
• Backup Devices
• Distribution Board
• Communication
• Telecommunications Networks
• Procurement
• Integration Testing
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Data Centers
• Development Environment
• Innovation
• Industrial Engineering
• Inventory Control Systems
• Inventory Management
• Problem Solving
• Machine Vision
• Preventive Maintenance
• Mechatronics
• Robotics
• Supercomputing
• Technical Documentation
• Tooling
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Technology
• Trades
• Automation Technician
• Industrial Automation Technician
• Electrical Engineering Technicians
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians