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Industrial Automation Technician

DeGeest Corporation
Tea, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/17/2025
DeGeest is growing and hiring an Industrial Automation Technician! Be a part of our STRONGER STANDARD! We are a leading resource for manufacturers looking for excellence in Steel Works, Automation, and Finishing. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we strive to create fulfilling and meaningful experiences every day. We Collaborate! We Think! We Do! If you want to feel empowered and appreciated, we encourage you to apply!

Location: Tea, SD (right off I-29)

Work Hours: 7:00am to 4:30pm Monday – Friday (40hrs 5hrs overtime per week)

Education: High School Diploma

Pay: $25.00-$35.00/hour

Travel: 50% of travel

Position Summary

The Automation Integration & Installation position is an intermediate level production and service position that is responsible for integrating, installing, maintaining, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing automation equipment – particularly equipment that DeGeest Corporation sells to external customers. The role involves working closely with engineers and other team members to ensure the reliable operation and optimal performance of automated machinery and processes. The position’s primary focus is preparing and integrating robots and automation systems in-house to then travel and install these units at customer locations. The position also requires the ability to perform service calls, tech questions, and service and preventive maintenance travel to customer locations. Travel is an important factor in this position. Typical travel is 16 weeks per year but could be up to 25 weeks or more if customer demand exists.

Responsibilities

  • Integrate and install robotic finishing systems.
  • Execute mechanical assembly of robotic finishing systems.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs to clients of installed equipment.
  • Support customer service calls and aid in troubleshooting.
  • Understand and follow verbal and written work instructions and/or blueprints, including system build-sheets.
  • Administer communication of project status and maintain records and reports to management team.

Education And Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 0 years of experience
  • Preferred education – Completion of a 2 or more-year post-secondary training program in robotics, mechatronics, or industrial technology.
  • Preferred candidates will have experience in electronics and/or the technical repair and maintenance of industrial equipment. A strong background in electrical work is highly valued for this role, and individuals with experience as electricians are strongly encouraged to apply.

Licensing/Registration/Certification

  • Valid Driver’s License, TSA Precheck Eligibility

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods of standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying materials.
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

Required Skills

  • Strong attention to detail with ability to focus on a given task.
  • Enthusiastic about learning new skills and technology.
  • Effective time-management tactical approach to work prioritization.
  • Commitment to continued development through the DeGeest Strong Standard Program.
  • Read, speak, and write the English language.
  • Good communication skills.

Benefits

To better serve our employees, we offer competitive benefits as follows

Pay

Hiring Salary Range: $25.00-$35.00/hour

Bonus Programs

Insurance

Medical – Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

Dental and Vision Plans

STD/LTD and Voluntary Life/AD&D Plans

Investments

401k with a company match

Holidays/PTO

9 Paid Holiday, 1 Floating Holiday

Paid Time Off

Additional Incentives

Safety glasses and steel toe boots reimbursement

Work shirts provided by DeGeest

Note: The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is eligible for a bonus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DeGeest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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