Automation Technician (Level 1 and Level 2)

Job Description

Automation Technician (Level 1, 2 and 3)

Guardian is a Turnkey Automation Solutions Partner for Space, Manufacturing, Material Handling, and Agriculture. We plan, design, build, test, install, commission, maintain, and improve control systems that send rockets into space, increase high-speed manufacturing throughput, and bring fire-breathing dragons to life!

Our track record of delivering large and small turnkey projects and follow-on service with Safety, Quality, and Efficiency in demanding environments since 1993 has earned long-term relationships with leading companies and government agencies in our markets. Guardian Manufacturing is ISO 9001:2015 certified with an in-house UL508A Industrial Control Panel manufacturing facility.

Our Core Values are the guiding principles we have to ‘Make A Difference’ with our stakeholders, employees and community. These values are a must have for all GMI employees.

Guardian Manufacturing CORE Values:

• Humbly Confident
• Innovates and Adapts
• Gets it done with Excellence.
• Integrity

If you possess these core values, this position will allow a motivated electromechanical technician to excel at Guardian Manufacturing.

Essential Functions

· Understand what various electrical components are and what their function is.

· Independently perform fabrication, modification, assembly, wiring, repair, brush applied/spray can conformal coating of P.C. boards and refurbishment of printed circuit cards, panels, chassis and all types of electronic assemblies and subassemblies.

· Work from blueprints, procedures, wiring diagrams, schematics, sketches and other written, electronic, or verbal instructions.

· Recommend changes to blueprints, wiring diagrams and assembly procedures to correct discrepancies revealed during assembly operations.

· Perform continuity checks of fabricated, refurbished, repaired, and modified electronic equipment and assemblies.

· Maintain cleanliness of tools, equipment and assigned work areas.

· Obtain measurements, field dimensions and other related information necessary to complete job assignment.

· Maintain logs, records, charts, etc., as required.

· Perform any work assigned to the employees in the classification.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· HS Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of (3) three years related experience.

· Requires rounded training and experience acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

· Must have working knowledge of compressors, electrical breakers, transformers, pumps, motors, switchboards, controllers, conduit systems, electrical receptacles, wires, switches, and fixtures.

· Knowledge of hand tools, power tools, lifts, and precision measuring and testing equipment is required.

· Must work well in a team environment and interface well with the client.

· Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to lift 50 pounds.

· Ability to distinguish between colors (ex: blue and green wires)

· Ability to comply with safety policies and compliances.

· Ability to use limbs with 90% range.

· Must use safety protective equipment where required.

· Legal ability to operate a motor vehicle.

· Must be able to climb ladders, towers, and stairs.

· May require physical exertion in climbing, lifting, squatting, crawling, carrying, or critical work in cramped quarters.

Work Environment

· All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with Company safety standards.

· Work will mainly be performed in an inside environment, but fieldwork can be a combination of inside and outside depending on the project.

· Working at heights is required and in confined spaces may be required.

Equipment and Machines

· Use electrical, electronic, and mechanical test equipment, instruments, standard measuring devices and shop tools such as meters, scopes, generators, counters, ovens, vacuum chambers, etc.

· Use various types of equipment necessary for performance of duties, such as soldering/de-soldering stations, crimp tools, strippers, roll tinning machine, wire wrap machine, drilling machines and other related devices and hand tools.

· Operate vehicles and other types of equipment required for completion of assigned tasks.

· Operate computer terminals, personal computers, and related computer peripheral equipment to maintain/adjust database logs and records, print documents and record work performance.

The ideal candidate for these positions is an alert, punctual, organized and results-driven team player with a willingness to learn and a desire to achieve. Prior experience in a production environment is a MUST!

We offer the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, FSA Account, and matching 401k.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $23.00 per hour

Pay will depend on skills and/or qualifications.

Travel will be required up to 25% of the time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cocoa, FL 32926: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $23