Specialist, Automation Systems
POSITION PROFILE
The SA Digital Automation Technician works within a designated Service Advantage Partner location as a resident on-site Service Technician. Services and repairs a variety of Partner sold equipment at customer locations. The Digital Automation Technician will perform Robotic, Workstation, and Partner Structure preventative and break-fix maintenance while managing priorities on all daily activities. Demonstrates technical expertise and provides a full range of servicing and repair the following Partner agreed on Standard Operating Procedures. Work with the Partner Support team to proactively identify issues impacting Operations and address them during planned downtime windows. The overall job function will be to perform as a front-line automation system support technician.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs repair of automation equipment, Bots, or systems by utilizing specific mechanical, electronic, electro-mechanical, and robotics skills.
- Demonstrates high level of proficiency in their area of expertise as well as taking on a lead /coordinator role as needed/directed.
- Performs a full range of servicing and repair procedures including diagnostics, inspection, operation, installation, preventative maintenance, removal, and retrofits for highly complex automation systems.
- Performs automation system triage, addresses hardware failures, and resolves system issues.
- Diagnosing problems using repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary; utilizing hand tools, power tools, hoists, and other equipment.
- As a specialist, provides 2nd level technical support to other technicians.
- Identify repair needs to eliminate ongoing and future failures.
- Adheres to established processes and maintenance procedures to achieve the established Service Level Agreement.
- Responsible to achieve customer Key Performance Indicators per Service Level Agreement for scheduled periodic maintenance and system uptime performance.
- Documents maintenance activities utilizing clients’ Maintenance Management System.
- Performs preventive maintenance on customer automation systems, ensuring safety, proper functionality, inspecting, cleaning, and repair.
- Provides Partner level direct communications and interaction
- Completes technical training on equipment as required.
- Demonstrates required digital competencies associated with assigned products and level assignments.
- Completes technical training on assigned automation systems
- Reviews all technical information about supported products, including new and updated information as it becomes available.
- Performs all safety procedures and follows established safety guidelines including lockout tag out
- Required to perform other duties related to Partner Support as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Certifications)
- Associate degree or 4 years apprenticeship or equivalent experience or training in the Robotics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical fields.
- Serves as a role model and always exhibits professional appearance and behavior, under the most difficult situations.
- Experience and proficiency in the following areas:
- Automated systems and software-based controls.
- Electrical and electronic principles.
- Technical skills including familiarity with Linux, Java, XML, SQL, and database administration.
- Blueprint and electrical schematics interpretation
- Knowledge of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) programs.
- Preventative maintenance procedures.
- Industrial PC literacy.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Robotics, Mechanical, or Electronics fields.
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize many different projects and workloads.
- Ability to work independently.
- A high degree of physical dexterity.
- Ability to communicate effectively, (written and verbally) with peers, management, contractors, and vendors.
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Must be highly self-motivated and customer-centric.
- Requires excellent working knowledge of electro-mechanical devices and electronics.
- Requires expert knowledge of assigned equipment.
- Skilled methodical approach to problem resolution.
- Possessesstrong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills to include feedback ensuring high customer satisfaction.
- Skilled ability to read andcomprehend written technical information in the form of service manuals, parts catalogs, andtechnical publications.
WORKING CONDITIONS, MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Typically works in a warehouse environment with adequate lighting, ventilation, and a normal range of temperature and noise.
- Physical requirements: Must be comfortable working occasionally in limited space areas. Physically dexterity, able to be agile. Working in areas with robotic corridors and narrow walkways.
- Variable shifts may be required to meet Partners’ needs as encountered/defined, and overtime may be required.
- Requires regular use of various hand and power tools.
- May be required to move objects on wheels up to 400 pounds and be able to lift and carry objects that weigh up to 50 pounds. Frequent stooping, bending, squatting, and kneeling are required to service equipment at floor level, on racks, or above shoulder height using a ladder.
- Overnight Travel may be required to attend, or in some cases provide, training for vendor-specific equipment and devices.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job.
About UsCome Create at Ricoh:
If you are seeking a team driven by passion and purpose, come create with us at Ricoh. We are a team of information seekers and customer-obsessed collaborators who aspire to deliver the services, solutions, and technologies that empower business success. We are looking for talented, inspired individuals to join us to help drive high-performance team and our commitment to excellence.
Ricoh is an integrated solutions provider and partner that connects people and technology, creates outstanding customer experiences, and delivers innovation for businesses worldwide. We empower digital workplaces by enabling individuals to work smarter from any location and harness the power of information—how it is collected, stored, managed, and shared—to unlock the potential in every organization. We deliver services and technologies that inspire our customers’ success and guide them toward a better and more sustainable future. If you are seeking a purpose-driven and passionate team, come create with us, and help drive our high-performance culture of excellence into tomorrow.
Invest in Yourself:
At Ricoh, you can:
- Choose from a broad selection of medical, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
- Contribute to your financial security with Retirement Savings Plan (401K), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) investments.
- Augment your education with team member tuition assistance programs.
- Enjoy paid vacation time and paid holidays annually
- Tap into many other benefits to enhance your health, wellness, and ongoing personal and professional development.
Skills Required
- Associate degree or 4 years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in Robotics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical fields
- Experience with automated systems and software-based controls
- Knowledge of electrical and electronic principles
- Familiarity with Linux, Java, XML, SQL, and database administration
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics
- Knowledge of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) programs
- Preventative maintenance procedures experience
- Industrial PC literacy
- Perform and adhere to safety procedures including lockout/tagout
- Degree from a vocational school or college focused on Robotics, Mechanical, or Electronics
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and workloads
- Ability to work independently
- High degree of physical dexterity
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated and customer-centric mindset
Ricoh Global Services Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ricoh Global Services and has not been reviewed or approved by Ricoh Global Services.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits are positioned as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision coverage plus life and disability protection as core components. Multiple plan choices are described, suggesting employees can tailor coverage to their needs.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are a recurring strength, highlighted by a 401(k) program with company matching (described as 50% on the first 6% of base salary). Additional references to regular bonuses and contributions to retirement further reinforce the perceived value of the retirement offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are described as a meaningful part of the total rewards package, including vacation, sick days, holidays, and PTO structures. Extra options such as purchasing additional vacation are also described, increasing perceived flexibility in time off.
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