Machine Building Technician (Maintenance)

Position Title: Machine Building Technician
Division: Automation Department: Assembly
Last Revised: 10/2024
Reports To: Machine Build Manager
Position Purpose
The Machine Building Technician responsibility is to build complete pieces of equipment with involvement in every aspect. That includes mechanical assembly, wiring electrical panels, and performing field wiring. It also entails downloading PLC, HMI, and robot programs from Controls
Engineering to continue with setup, debug, and validation of the equipment. Some corrections and touchups are necessary during the debug phase, so familiarity of the above-mentioned programs is necessary. The Machine Building Technician serves as an extension of engineering, aiding in mechanical, electrical, and programming debug efforts on an as needed basis. The technician also assists in supporting basic plant needs, such as running drops, repairing machines, and programming updates. The Machine Building Technician occasionally travels to customer sites for installation and commissioning, as well as providing field service needs as necessary.
Job Functions and Responsibilities
Basic understanding in use of hand tools.
Ability to read calipers, mics, tape measure, and other measuring tools.
Ability to read, understand, and build to assembly prints.
Competent in basic mill and lathe use.
Basic fabrication
Ability to redline prints
Competent in basic mechanical assembly skills.
Ability to run and plumb air lines cleanly, efficiently, and to print.
Understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Ability to travel and complete field installations.
Competent in basic electrical work.
Ability to read, understand, and build projects to electrical prints.
Ability to comprehend the intent of electrical build standard and codes (APT Standard, UL Codes,
NFPA79, EN60204)
Able to wire control panels, field wire machines and cells on own, following print.
Able to troubleshoot electrical issues.
Understanding in use of controls software (example: RS Logix, View Designer, Control Flash+, RS
Linx, etc.)
Understanding of CNC machine tool (initial set-up, G-Code, Robot Integration, Multiple Brands
(Haas/Robodrill)
Understanding of ladder logic, sequence programming and ethernet communications
Understanding of robot base programming (Handling Tool, Advanced TPP, DCS)
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED for apprenticeship or 2+ years mechanical assembly experience, electrical panel building, or controls troubleshooting experience
Classification
Non-exempt (hourly)
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
O*NET Online Position Reference
17-3024.00

Physical Requirements
Occasionally lift 30-50 pounds
Ability to stand 8-10 hours
Regularly perform repetitive tasks
Regularly possess manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately
Ability to perform work laying down on floor, bending, stretching, and in cramped positions.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Tools and Technology
PC
Shop Floor Control (APT Software)
General Hand Tools (hammer, tape measure, screwdriver, sockets, Allen wrench, open-end box wrench)
Cordless Drill Set
Mics and Calipers
Multimeter
Rockwell PLC and HMI software
Field Device related software (area scanners)
FANUC Handling Tool