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Automation Technician I

Automation Technician I

KENCO CORPORATIONChattanooga, TN, United States
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

At Kenco Logistics, you're more than just a team member-you're part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward-one shipment at a time.

About the Position

As an Automation Technician I, you will be responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of our Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS). This role involves working closely with operations and maintenance teams to ensure the ASRS and related equipment perform reliably and efficiently, minimizing downtime and supporting our operational goals at Kenco Fleet Services.

Functions

  • Perform regular maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on ASRS and related automation equipment, ensuring minimal downtime with OSHA and operational standards.
  • Collaborate with the operations team to optimize ASRS system performance, including adjustments to improve efficiency, reliability, and throughput.
  • Maintain parts inventory and repair records for all equipment by completing accurate paperwork.
  • Assist with the development of, and maintain preventative maintenance documentation on, system configurations, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting guides; monitor maintenance checklists to ensure efficient equipment operation.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols while performing maintenance or repair tasks.
  • Use repair manuals, parts manuals, parts diagrams to troubleshoot all automated systems to include all conveyor systems.
  • Communicate any abuse damages to onsite personnel with a detailed description of problem.
  • Responsible for general cleanliness of service area always.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma, G.E.D. or tech school graduate required.
  • 0 - 2 years of mechanic experience; preferably prior experience with repair and maintenance, automated systems, and conveyors, or similar equipment.
  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems on multiple types of equipment and systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure to quickly diagnose and resolve issues.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical team members.
  • Commitment to safety and quality standards.
  • Self-motivated, self-directed, highly responsible, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Must be able to frequently lift / carry / push / pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to safely operate lift trucks, scissor lifts and boom lifts.
  • Competencies

  • Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
  • Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
  • Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
  • Travel Requirements

  • This position is expected to travel approximately 25% or less.
  • A passport is not required, but recommended.
  • Disclosures

  • For California residents - please enter or copy / paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco's privacy policy
  • The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
  • Per company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.
  • Benefits offered :

  • Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
  • Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Basic Life and Supplemental Life
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
  • Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days
  • Kenco strives to provide a supportive, professional environment for all employees. As a part of Kenco, we expect our team to uphold our three key pillars : be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company.

    Kenco Group is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Please click the image to download the EEOC 'Know Your Rights; Discrimination is Illegal' posting.

    For California residents please enter or copy / paste the address below into your address bar

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

    For California residents - please enter or copy / paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco's privacy policy.

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