Robotics Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Robotics Field Service Technician

Job DescriptionThis role focuses on installing, maintaining, and servicing industrial robotic bending machinery across the Midwest. You will work as a specialized field service technician who diagnoses complex mechanical, electrical, and software issues, performs repairs and upgrades, and ensures robotic bending systems operate safely and efficiently. The position requires extensive travel throughout Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky, working primarily on first shift, Monday through Friday, with most weekends at home.

Responsibilities

• Travel extensively throughout Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky to service robotic bending machines at customer sites.
• Install, commission, and maintain industrial robotic bending machinery and associated automation equipment.
• Write and modify basic robot programming, including adding or editing program lines as needed to support machine operation.
• Diagnose complex technical problems on robotic systems and perform on-site mechanical, electrical, and software repairs.
• Examine machines mechanically and electrically, dismantle components, and rebuild systems to restore proper functionality.
• Perform software updates on HMI and PLC systems to maintain compatibility and improve performance.
• Interpret and analyze electrical schematics, block diagrams, and blueprints to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Document product problems, repair actions, and resolutions in detail for service records and continuous improvement.
• Conduct predictive and preventative maintenance procedures on robotic bending machines and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose material handling equipment, including conveyors and other MHE systems.
• Program and adjust panel bending machines to meet production and quality requirements.
• Perform pneumatic troubleshooting, including identifying and correcting issues with valves, actuators, and air circuits.
• Support maintenance and applications on CNC machines, ensuring proper integration with robotic systems.
• Operate and use teach pendants for manual robot operations, including jogging the robot, teaching points, and editing user frames.
• Troubleshoot basic I/O, sensors, safety circuits, and related control components to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Apply basic robotic safety principles, including safety zones, DCS zones, emergency stops, and light curtains, and verify their integration into the overall safety system.
• Understand the logic in robot programs, including conditional statements, and edit programs when necessary to correct issues or improve performance.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on CNC and automation maintenance experience with industrial equipment.
• Field service experience working at customer sites and traveling regularly.
• At least 1 year of experience using Microsoft Office products and applications.
• Minimum of 2 years of apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the mechanical or electrical field.
• At least 2 years of knowledge and experience with electrical and electronic principles in an industrial environment.
• Practical experience with at least one major industrial robot brand (such as Fanuc or similar), with the ability to learn other platforms.
• Ability to write and modify basic robot programs and understand program logic, including conditional statements.
• Strong skills in reading and interpreting blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems on industrial machinery.
• Experience performing software updates on HMI and PLC systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot I/O, sensors, and safety circuits on robotic and automation equipment.
• Working knowledge of basic robotic safety, including safety zones, DCS zones, emergency stops, light curtains, and their integration into the overall safety system.
• Comfort using a teach pendant for manual operations such as jogging robots, teaching points, and editing user frames.
• Experience with material handling equipment troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Experience with pneumatic systems troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to document service activities and technical findings clearly and accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Apprenticeship training or formal technical education in mechanical, electrical, or automation disciplines is highly beneficial.
• Experience programming and adjusting panel bending machines.
• Experience in CNC machine maintenance and applications support.
• Familiarity with multiple industrial robot brands beyond the primary platform.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex automation systems.
• Ability to work independently in the field while maintaining clear communication with internal teams and customers.
• Organizational skills to manage travel schedules, service documentation, and follow-up activities.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to approximately 95% of the time within the assigned region.

Why Work Here? You join a high-technology automation environment that invests in its field service team with comprehensive benefits and strong support for travel. The company covers all travel expenses and provides a generous daily per diem for meals while you are on the road, helping you focus on delivering excellent service without worrying about out-of-pocket costs. You receive medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on the first day of the month following your hire date, along with company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage for added peace of mind.

A competitive 401(k) plan with a company match supports your long-term financial goals, while a robust paid time off program and 12 paid holidays per year promote work-life balance. The culture values technical excellence, safety, and continuous learning, giving you the opportunity to grow your skills with advanced robotics and automation technologies in a supportive and professional environment. Work EnvironmentThis position operates primarily in customer industrial facilities across Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky, working with advanced robotic bending machinery, CNC equipment, material handling systems, HMIs, PLCs, and pneumatic components.

The role is field-based with approximately 95% travel, typically on first shift from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and you are usually home on weekends. All travel expenses are covered, and a daily per diem is provided for meals while traveling. You will work in manufacturing and automation environments that require adherence to strict safety protocols, including robotic safety zones, emergency stops, and light curtain systems. The work involves hands-on mechanical and electrical tasks, use of teach pendants and diagnostic tools, and collaboration with on-site personnel in production settings. Appropriate industrial attire and personal protective equipment are expected to align with customer and site safety requirements.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $87360.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. $90 per diem when traveling for work to cover meal expenses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Coverage begins on the first day of the month following the date of hire.

Company-paid life insurance up to $50,000

Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match. The company matches $0.50 for every $1.00 contributed, up to 8% of pay.

Paid Time Off starting at 15 days per year

12 paid holidays per year

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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