Automation Maintenance Technician III

About This Role:

Under minimal supervision, the Automation Maintenance Technician III performs advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairs, preventive maintenance to molding/production machines and related equipment and helps with the implementation of new automation equipment.

Demonstrates behavior that is consistent with the company’s values of Customer Satisfaction, Innovation, Family, and Social Responsibility.

Essential Job Functions/Tasks:

• Performs machine start-up, setup and changeovers. Resupplies equipment with wire spool, grease, silicone, labels and tapes.


• Moves machines and installs redesigned parts and systems to molding and assembly machines.


• Works with Production team members to ensure they are satisfied with equipment maintenance performed.


• Documents equipment repairs and maintenance performed to machinery and associated equipment, utilizing correct documentation procedures.


• Submits suggestions for electrical, electronic, mechanical and hydraulic performance-improving modifications to molding and assembly machines and related equipment.


• Performs electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and PLC program modification or upgrade to enhance equipment performance.


• Coordinates and prioritizes maintenance activities. Communicates with production team members to ensure they are satisfied with maintenance service provided.


• Trains other technicians in all areas of equipment repair and maintenance.


• Generates and implements equipment maintenance procedures.


• Evaluates needs and generates part requisitions to ensure replacement parts are stocked in inventory.


• Seeks to improve own skill level by participating in apprenticeship program, taking job-related courses, and attending technical seminars.


• Able to perform weld repair on equipment outside of designated shop area (outdoors as well as other company owned buildings) safely and effectively.


• May be required to work overtime and/or varying hours, as necessary.

Education/Training Required and Preferred:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Mechatronics Tech Engineering Degree or equivalent education a plus.

Experience Required and Preferred:

• Minimum five years of experience in automation maintenance, mechatronics, or related field.

What You Bring:

• Excellent mechanical skills with knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic, and electrical theory.


• Strong proficiency in the use of power and hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.


• Excellent computer knowledge, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and basic knowledge on cad programs.


• Ability to read ladder logic and PLC ladder diagrams to upload/download PLC programs and to make changes on the code.


• Ability to interpret and make necessary engineering drawings, schematics, and associated engineering documentation.


• Ability to purchase own hand‐tools and some electrical troubleshooting devices, if necessary.


• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to work with members across the organization and to train and mentor other team members.


• Ability to bend, shape and trim metal using various specialty tools.

What We Offer:

• Amazing corporate culture - we walk the walk when it comes to our values!


• FUN company events!


• Company donation matching and volunteer rewards


• Career development opportunities and profit sharing bonus

Follow us on LinkedIn, check out our rave reviews on Glassdoor, and learn more about our company culture on our career site: http://corporate.hunterindustries.com/careers 

Hunter is a global leader in the irrigation, outdoor lighting, dispensing technology, and custom manufacturing industries. Driving our continued success is the combined energy and talents of the nearly 4,000 people on our team. Together, we create a diverse array of products that can be seen all over the world, from residential landscapes to national landmarks, stadiums, parks, hotels, and municipal buildings. 

Hunter Industries and its Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.

The hourly rate for this opportunity ranges from $29.00 to $34.00

The Company complies with all federal/local/state regulations in regard to pay. The above represents the expected hourly range for this job requisition. Compensation offered to the successful candidate will be determined by qualifications, prior experience, other job-related factors, and geographic location.