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Automation Technician III

C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc.

Windsor Locks, CTFull-time$35–40/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$35–40/hr
Location
Windsor Locks, CT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Automation Technician III maintains an automated material handling system and supports continuous operation through troubleshooting, repairs, testing, and preventive maintenance. The role works on automated storage and retrieval systems, conveyors, robotic arms, and related controls. It also documents maintenance work, keeps management informed about problems and repair timelines, and assists with training other automation technicians.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Electrical SystemsAllen Bradley PLCsNetwork DiagnosticsWeldingMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookIndependent WorkReading SchematicsReading Mechanical DiagramsReading Parts BreakdownsAutomated System DrawingsElectrical Component ReplacementMechanical Component ReplacementPreventive MaintenancePhysical MobilityClimbing Ladders

Qualifications

Associate's Degree or 5+ Years Equivalent Experience5+ Years Electro-Mechanical Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Position Overview As an Automation Technician III, you will maintain an automated material handling system. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining continuous system operation by troubleshooting, repairing, testing, and performing preventive maintenance activities.

Job Description

Location: 500 North St Windsor Locks, CT 06096

Earn: $35-$40

Schedule: Wed - Saturday 4AM - 2:30PM

We offer :

  • Paid training provided

  • Weekly Pay

  • Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, company matched 401k)

  • PTO and Holiday Pay offered

  • In certain locations C&S offers $100 towards the purchase of safety shoes

  • Career Progression Opportunities

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Employee Health & Wellness program

  • Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs

  • Employee Assistance Program

Description

  • Maintain all systems and subsystems of the Automated Storage and Retrieval System. Ensure rapid equipment return to serviceability by performing a thorough in-depth troubleshooting on any non-functioning or faulted system, subsystem or component. Keep Management informed of specific problems and suggested actions, including approximate time required for repairs.

  • Troubleshoot and replace fieldbus communication components on the material handling conveyor systems, including addressing components and running diagnostics. Be able to remove and replace mechanical parts of the conveyor such as: repairing broken chain, belting, rollers drive motors, realigning or replacing control system sensors (photo-eyes), proximity, etc. Ability to remove and replace, reload software parameters for PLC product lines and other like components, such as industrial PCs or server based controls. Diagnose and replace as required electronic sensors including reprogramming and alignment.

  • Perform Preventive Maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and adjustments on multi axis robotic arms and End Of Arm Tools. Be proficient with conveyor maintenance including Preventive Maintenance (PM) actions on automated conveyor equipment as directed.

  • Document repairs, PMs, parts usage, and time by completing work orders in a computerized maintenance management system (Maximo). Responsible for cleanup of equipment and removal of replaced parts from work areas after repairs are completed.

  • Assist and train other automation team technicians in troubleshooting and repairs of any equipment as required, consistent with level of experience and training.

  • Travel Required:No

Environment

  • Warehouse : Store/Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)

  • Warehouse : Perishable Warehouse (28F to 60F)

  • Warehouse : Freezer (-20F to 0F)

Skills

  • Specialized Knowledge : Working knowledge of 480, 277, and 120 volt electrical systems (single and three phase). Experience with and advanced working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs (Programmable Logic Controller)and network diagnostics and troubleshooting

  • Special Skills : Experience welding with stick or MIG a plus

  • Physical abilities: Site inspections, equipment inspections, mechanical repairs and replacements, all which require good mobility, physical exertion, walking, bending, reaching, climbing ladders, carrying tools and parts, etc.

  • Other: Experience with MS Office programs: Excel, Word and Outlook; Ability to work independently of supervisor following procedures and manuals

Years Of Experience

  • 5-7 : Hold an Associate's Degree for Electrical or Mechanical studies or 5+ years equivalent experience in a electro-mechanical field

  • 5-7 : Ability to read and interpret electrical or electronic schematics, mechanical diagrams and Illustrated Parts Breakdowns for troubleshooting and repairs, while understanding complex automated system drawings and component specification sheets.

  • 5-7 : Possess sufficient Electrical or Mechanical aptitude to replace electrical and mechanical components of Symbotic Rovers (BOTS) and perform preventive maintenance

Qualifications Associate Degree - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies, KPIs, Safety & Sanitiation, Training & Development, Values & Teamwork, Warranty

Shift 1st Shift (United States of America)

Company C&S Wholesale Services, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Services is one of many companies within the C&S Family of Companies, the largest wholesale grocery supply company in the U.S. and the industry leader in supply chain innovation. At C&S, We Select the Best® & those with the motivation, pride, and drive to succeed in our fast-paced world.

Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with C&S Wholesale Services, Inc. C&S Wholesale Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Company: C&S Wholesale Services, LLC

Job Area: Automation Maintenance

Job Family: Facilities

Job Code: JC0985

Job Type: Full time

ReqID: R-269346

How this job compares

Set against the 6,597 open Maintenance Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$35–40/hr
  • Connecticut median$26–33/hr23 hourly ranges
  • US median$27–34/hr3,011 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $37.50/hr, is 27% above the Connecticut median midpoint ($29/hr) — in the top quarter of Maintenance Technician hourly ranges in Connecticut.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 49 open Maintenance Technician jobs in Connecticut and 6,597 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Connecticut
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience — more than three in four Maintenance Technician postings that state a minimum ask for (median 3 years, across 3,770 postings).
Education
25 of the 6,597 open Maintenance Technician jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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