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Job Title:** **Automation Technician

**Location:** San Antonio, TX

**Job Type:** Contract-to-Hire

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled **Automation Technician** to support the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced industrial automation systems. This role involves working with a wide range of equipment including inventory tracking cameras, inspection systems, conveyor lines, label applicators, printers, computers, and associated software. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on problem solver with strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the flexibility to travel extensively.

Key Responsibilities

+ Install, service, and maintain industrial automation equipment such as cameras, inspection systems, conveyors, and labeling machines.

+ Provide fast and effective remote and on-site technical support to ensure minimal downtime and optimal system performance.

+ Train clients and internal teams on system operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures.

+ Document and improve installation and service procedures to support scalability and operational efficiency.

+ Stay current with emerging technologies in industrial automation and continuously expand technical expertise.

+ Travel up to **75%** to perform installations, service calls, and client support across various locations.

Required Skills & Experience

+ Minimum **5 years** of hands-on experience in manufacturing or industrial automation environments.

+ Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, especially with label applicators, conveyors, and control systems.

+ Proficiency with hand tools and electrical systems ranging from **5V DC to 240V AC** .

+ Solid computer skills including IP configuration, Microsoft Office, and basic PLC diagnostics.

+ Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.

+ Experience with panel building, electrical assembly, and troubleshooting **PLC** , **VFD** , and **480V systems** .

+ Excellent communication, adaptability, and time management skills.

+ Clean driving record and ability to travel, rent vehicles, and lift up to 40 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience in client-facing roles, including technical demonstrations and teach-backs.

+ Familiarity with NEC standards and industrial safety protocols.

+ Background in documenting ‘as-built’ changes and providing feedback to engineering teams.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Schertz,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.