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Automation Maintenance Technician- PM

DigiKey Electronics
United States, Minnesota, Thief River Falls
701 Brooks Avenue (Show on map)
Aug 03, 2025

DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers, employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package. To learn more, visit our benefits and perks page.

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Position Overview:The position of an Automation Maintenance Technician is to Support, maintain, and assemble Digi-Key automation projects and equipment to Digi-Key standards

Schedule: Monday- Friday 3:00pm-12:00am Responsibilities:
  • Automation equipment production support
  • Monitor software dashboards for indications of production issues
  • Communicate production issues to other teams within Digi-Key
  • Take corrective software or mechanical actions to resolve issues
  • Collect data about the issue
  • Enter data about issues into spreadsheets/software
  • Maintenance and assembly
  • Assembling automation devices consisting of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic components
  • Testing and qualifying automation devices
  • Installing/updating Firmware
  • Assembling and installing wiring harnesses
  • Assembling/repairing circuit boards
  • Replacing worn components on automation devices
  • Assembling storage components used for automation projects
  • Trouble shooting problematic automation devices
  • Collect and document detailed information about devices
  • Assisting with other Digi-Key team projects as needed

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 2 years of work experience in a closely related technical field
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively in a team environment or individually with minimal supervision
  • Work well in cross functional teams
  • Ability to understand and follow safety procedures
  • Ability to understand written and verbal communications
  • Able to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining a positive attitude
  • Self-motivated
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of electronic assemblies, construction and testing techniques
  • Mechanical experience
  • Hands on Trouble shooting skills
  • Must have a valid driver's license
Physical Requirements:
  • May walk/standing on concrete for 8-10 hours a day
  • Ability to lift 40 lbs. from floor to shoulder height
  • Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. alone
  • Physical ability to perform the full range of maintenance and assembly duties
  • Ability to drive a forklift
  • Requires availability for some weekend work
Compensation:

The starting base pay rate for this position is:

$24.40

This position may also be eligible for shift, skill, and/or team lead pay differentials that will be in addition to the starting pay rate.

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Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity.

DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or careers.us@digikey.com.

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