Production Installation Technician

The Installation Technician is responsible for installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining production equipment while ensuring safe and efficient operation. This role plays a critical part in supporting equipment reliability and performance by executing preventive and corrective maintenance and collaborating with engineering and technical teams.

Compensation & Schedule

• Starting Pay: $36.85/hour (paid weekly)
• Schedule: 8am-5pm Monday-Friday

Core Responsibilities

• Install and decommission manufacturing and production equipment
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings to perform maintenance and installation tasks
• Collaborate with Global R&D teams and Process Engineers to identify and implement equipment improvements
• Work both independently and with cross-functional teams, including Maintenance Technicians and Engineers
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and restore functionality in a timely manner
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) to identify issues and prevent recurrence
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and efficiency
• Attend daily operational meetings and communicate project updates

Work Environment & Flexibility

• Flexibility to work day or night shifts based on business needs (schedule communicated in advance)
• Ability to support both permanent and temporary facility operations
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for training and equipment validation, including up to 4 weeks at other sites as needed

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience maintaining and repairing industrial equipment
• Strong experience with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
• Experience with PLC systems (Allen Bradley and Siemens preferred)
• Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation tools (e.g., RSLogix 5000, RSLinx, FactoryTalk View)
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Experience with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) safety procedures
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office)
• Ability to share knowledge and support team development
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Technical Skills

Electrical & Controls

• Install and troubleshoot electrical systems including motors, sensors, relays, and controllers
• Diagnose complex electrical issues and support safe system operation
• Understanding of servo systems and positioning controls

Mechanical Systems

• Install and repair components such as bearings, gear sets, and mechanical linkages
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical failures
• Understanding of dimensional tolerancing and mechanical alignment

Pneumatic Systems

• Understand pneumatic circuits, flow, and pressure systems
• Install and repair components such as tubing, valves, and cylinders
• Diagnose and restore system functionality

Robotics & Automation

• Experience working with industrial robots, including basic programming adjustments
• Ability to troubleshoot robot performance issues and recalibrate systems
• Restore robotic systems to operational condition following faults or disruptions

Integrated Systems

• Diagnose issues across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control systems
• Understand interdependencies between systems to resolve complex equipment failures

Founded in 1932 by Ole Kirk Kristiansen, and based on the iconic LEGO® brick, it is one of the world's leading manufacturers of play materials. The LEGO Group is a privately held company based in Billund, Denmark. The company is still owned by the Kirk Kristiansen family who founded it in 1932.