Automation Maintenance Technician

Automation Maintenance Technician / Production Technician
Location: Hermiston, OR
Shift: 7am-4pm Monday-Friday
Start Date: ASAP (Monday, February 9)
Job Overview
We are hiring hands-on technicians with at least one year of practical experience fixing, repairing, or maintaining equipment. This role supports automated and robotic systems in a modern distribution center and is ideal for candidates who enjoy working with their hands, troubleshooting problems, and figuring out how things work.
This position is well-suited for individuals with backgrounds in electro-mechanical systems, mechanical maintenance, automation, robotics, or IT hardware support who want to grow their technical skills in an industrial environment.

What You'll Do
Hands-On Maintenance & Repair

• Perform hands-on maintenance, repair, and calibration of automated and robotic equipment, including lifts and mobile robotic vehicles.
• Diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, or system-related issues to keep equipment running smoothly.

Troubleshooting & Support

• Identify faults and assist with troubleshooting electro-mechanical, electrical, PLC-controlled, or hardware-related issues.
• Escalate complex problems and work alongside more experienced technicians when needed.

Installations & Upgrades

• Assist with installing, upgrading, and integrating new automated equipment and systems within the facility.
• Support retrofit projects in existing warehouse infrastructure.

Safety & Work Environment

• Work safely in a high-density, automated warehouse environment.
• Perform work at heights (up to 45 feet) when required, following all safety procedures.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with operations and maintenance teams to ensure reliable system performance.
• Communicate clearly and contribute to a team-focused work culture.

What We're Looking For
Required Experience

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience fixing, repairing, or maintaining equipment.
• Experience may come from:
  • Electro-mechanical or mechanical maintenance
  • Industrial or warehouse equipment repair
  • Robotics or automation environments
  • IT hardware technician roles (servers, networking gear, physical hardware)
  • Trade school, military, or field-based technical roles

Technical Aptitude

• Comfortable using tools and working on physical equipment.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, or electronic systems.
• Willingness to learn PLCs, automation controls, and robotic systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an industrial environment.
• Comfortable climbing ladders, lifting equipment, and working in confined spaces.

Why This Role

• Hands-on technical work every day - not a desk job
• Training and exposure to advanced automation and robotics
• Clear opportunity to grow into higher-level technician roles
• Competitive hourly pay and steady shift schedule

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Hermiston, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Hermiston,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.