JOB SUMMARY
We are hiring Robot Technician in Woodbridge, ON.
AES (Agency Employment Services) is a Canadian employer of record, PEO partner, and licensed Ontario staffing agency with 20+ years of HR, payroll and legal compliance expertise. With a responsive HR support team based across southwestern Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area, we provide local and international clients with outsourced fractional HR services, back-office support, and customized workforce solutions to help simplify the complex employer landscape.
We specialize in recruiting and onboarding, employment contracts, payroll, HR, benefits administration, and employment standards compliance. Whether acting as an Employer of Record, or supporting clients with staff, payroll or fractional HR back-office coverage for their Canadian operations, AES delivers practical expertise and tailored solutions to meet clients’ complex workforce needs.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Robot Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing automated production equipment to support safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations.
The successful candidate will promote a high-performance safety culture, minimize equipment downtime, support production targets, and ensure that robotics, PLCs, welding systems, and related manufacturing equipment operate reliably and consistently.
This position requires a hands-on technical professional who can work independently, diagnose complex equipment issues, implement effective solutions, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Troubleshoot and repair automated production equipment, including robotics, weld controllers, PLCs, HMIs, and associated electrical and mechanical components.
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs to minimize equipment downtime and maintain production reliability.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues in a timely manner and restore equipment to safe and productive operation.
- Modify and maintain robot and PLC programs, as well as machine HMI interfaces, as required.
- Ensure all programming modifications maintain or improve product quality, equipment performance, and production efficiency.
- Perform or assist with equipment, tooling, and component changeovers to support different production jobs.
- Apply structured problem-solving tools, including 1x1 problem solving, to identify root causes and resolve daily production issues.
- Support and implement continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and other process-improvement activities.
- Work collaboratively with production, maintenance, quality, engineering, and management teams.
- Provide technical support and guidance to team members and contribute to a positive team environment.
- Maintain accurate work order and maintenance documentation as required.
- Follow established production, quality, environmental, and maintenance systems and procedures.
REQUIREMENTS / CERTIFICATIONS
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, Robotics, Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical discipline is preferred.
- 5–7 years of experience in a similar maintenance, automation, robotics, or manufacturing role.
- Must have experience with the FANUC, and robotic MIG welding experience
- Experience working in a production/manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and provide technical leadership when required.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working with moderately complex technical procedures and equipment.
- Knowledge of low-voltage electrical troubleshooting, including systems below 30V.
- Experience with spot welding and MIG welding.
- PLC programming experience, with Allen-Bradley processors required; OMRON experience considered an asset.
- Experience with industrial robotics, preferably FANUC.
- Knowledge of production processes, quality systems, and manufacturing requirements.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
SCHEDULE:
- Monday to Friday: 2pm – 10pm (6am – 2pm as needed, must be flexible)
HOW TO APPLY
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our client
Please apply directly to this posting with the most recent version of your resume.
ACCOMODATIONS
Agency Employment Services 2019 Ltd. recognizes the value of a diverse team. We believe that different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences make us stronger as an organization. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.
DISCLAIMER*
Please note that the job description and job functions are only a summary of typical functions of the job, this is not a full complete list of all possible responsibilities, tasks and/or duties. This may change based on the priority of the business.
