What are the responsibilities and job description for the Autonomous Vehicle Technician position at Bastian Solutions?
Toyota Automated Logistics is seeking a Robotics Technician to support customers in the Fort Wayne, IN area.
Job Overview
The Robotics Technician will assist in integration, troubleshooting, and training of autonomous vehicle technologies. They will primarily provide on-site technical support to customers in the Fort Wayne and surrounding areas. This position works under the direction of the Autonomous Vehicle Operations Team in Georgetown, KY. Additionally, they may provide vehicle / system integration and support at locations outside the Fort Wayne, IN area within North America as needed. Overnight travel within North America is occasionally required with this position.
Job Functions
About Toyota Automated Logistics
Toyota Automated Logistics is your global partner for integrated warehouse automation. Our team combines the talents of Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande’s warehousing business and Viastore under one brand to deliver scalable systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services.
In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits:
Job Overview
The Robotics Technician will assist in integration, troubleshooting, and training of autonomous vehicle technologies. They will primarily provide on-site technical support to customers in the Fort Wayne and surrounding areas. This position works under the direction of the Autonomous Vehicle Operations Team in Georgetown, KY. Additionally, they may provide vehicle / system integration and support at locations outside the Fort Wayne, IN area within North America as needed. Overnight travel within North America is occasionally required with this position.
Job Functions
- Assist or lead in integrating AV systems primarily at locations within the Fort Wayne and surrounding areas with no overnight travel.
- Occasionally assist or lead in integrating AV systems at other customer locations in North America with overnight travel.
- Work extensively with software applications and web interfaces (primarily using a laptop PC) to configure, optimize, and troubleshoot our customer’s AV systems.
- Primarily, be physically present at customer sites such as manufacturing and warehouse facilities to observe and optimize AV system performance but occasionally work remotely (from home) to support our customers.
- Effectively communicate with customers and frequently prepare system technical reports and documentation.
- Up to 25% overnight travel (Travel expenses paid by Toyota Automated Logistics)
- Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
- An associate’s / bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience.
- Must be willing to travel overnight - up to 25%
- Ability to use voltmeter and various small hand tools
- Computer proficiency: PC laptop, Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc), basic knowledge of Linux and TelNet
- Working knowledge of automation technology is a plus (PLCs, Motors, Servos, Motor Controllers, Power Circuits, RFID, Encoders, Sensors etc.…).
- Basic understanding of electrical theory and mechanical design principles is a plus.
- Trustworthy, reliable, and self-motivated to earn and maintain the respect of our customers.
- Logical and analytical thinking with a methodical approach to problem solving is essential to success in this role.
- Ability to advise, mentor, coach, teach, and effectively communicate with colleagues and customers.
- Must be able to occasionally lift / move up to 70lbs.
- Employees must follow all information security policies, protect confidential data, complete required training, and report any suspected security incidents to support our information security controls.
- Located in Georgetown, KY, we are focused on developing and integrating Autonomous Vehicles solutions for customers throughout North America.
- We believe the best way to support our customers is by investing in our team member’s professional development to mutually benefit our customers, our team members, and our business.
- If you are willing to learn, we are eager to equip you with all the skills needed to succeed in this growing field of technology. However, you will be expected to learn quickly and continue to learn new technologies as they emerge.
- This is a high growth sector in the market which will provide for many professional growth opportunities, but will also require efficient work to meet the high customer demand.
- If you are up for this challenge, we invite you to apply to our growing team.
About Toyota Automated Logistics
Toyota Automated Logistics is your global partner for integrated warehouse automation. Our team combines the talents of Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande’s warehousing business and Viastore under one brand to deliver scalable systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services.
In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
- Vacation / Holiday Pay
- Paid Volunteer time off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
- Company Meetings & Events