Job Description

Job Summary

Sherman Industries is seeking a Field Service Robot Maintenance Technician to perform industrial robot preventative maintenance (PM) at our customers' facilities and support in-house repair operations. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and completing scheduled robot PMs, ensuring all required parts, materials, tools, and documentation are prepared ahead of each job. You will travel to customer sites to perform detailed mechanical and electrical inspections, re-greasing, battery changes, backup tasks, and general health assessments on a wide range of industrial robots.

When not performing field PM work, you will assist in our shop with robot refurbishment projects and repair work. This includes disassembling and rebuilding industrial robots, troubleshooting components, cleaning and restoring assemblies, and supporting electronic repairs for robot controllers, CNC equipment, drives, servomotors, and automation hardware.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance (PM) on industrial robots at customer facilities, including inspection, re-greasing, battery replacement, backups, and overall robot health assessments Plan and manage PM jobs by preparing parts, consumables, tools, and required documentation ahead of scheduled work Coordinate with customers to confirm PM schedules, site requirements, and machine availability Maintain accurate PM reports, checklists, and service documentation for each job performed Identify worn components or potential issues during PMs and communicate recommended corrective actions to customers and internal staff Travel to customer facilities to perform on-site service work in a safe, professional manner Assist in the shop with robot refurbishment projects, including disassembly, cleaning, inspection, rebuild, and testing Support electronic repair activities, including troubleshooting robot controllers, drives, power supplies, circuit boards, CNC electronics, and automation components Maintain a clean and organized work environment, both in the field and in the shop Follow all safety protocols and ensure compliance with customer and industry standards Assist with inventory management for PM parts, lubricants, tools, and repair components Collaborate with the team to improve PM processes, service quality, and workflow efficiency

Required Skills

Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical aptitude Experience with industrial maintenance, robotics, or automation equipment Ability to read service documentation Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills Ability to manage PM schedules, materials, and job planning Comfortable working in customer-facing environments with professionalism Basic understanding of robot systems (ABB, Fanuc, Yaskawa, KUKA, etc.) or willingness to learn Ability to safely use tools for mechanical, electrical, and electronic work Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer locations

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

Prior experience performing robot PMs or servicing industrial robots Experience with CNC machines, servo systems, drives, and industrial electronics repair Familiarity with greasing procedures, brake checks, and mechanical alignment work Ability to perform backups and handle controller software for major robot brands Soldering, wiring, and PCB-level diagnostic skills Strong documentation and organizational habits
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 60 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance
Work Location: On the road