Automation Technician Job Listing at Kelly Services in Columbus, GA (Job ID US3616560_BH9993044)

Description

Automation Technician

Contract: 6 month contract-to-hire
Benefits: Full benefits (health, dental, vision, and 401k as well as PTO and Paid Holidays)
Location: Columbus, GA
Shift: 6am - 4:30pm Mon - Thurs

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Automation Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. This role requires strong technical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication to support cross-functional projects and drive continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
1. Technical Proficiency

• Install, configure, test, and maintain automation hardware and software systems.
• Apply knowledge of systems engineering, electronics, mechanics, and computer systems to support equipment and processes.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve system faults; perform system integration as required.

2. Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills

• Identify and analyze root causes of system malfunctions using structured methods (e.g., 5-Why, FMEA, root cause analysis).
• Interpret and work from technical drawings, schematics, and system documentation.
• Adapt quickly to complex issues and develop effective, sustainable solutions.

3. Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate technical issues and solutions clearly with engineers, vendors, and operations teams.
• Document procedures, test results, maintenance actions, and system performance accurately.
• Collaborate with colleagues on cross-functional projects, support training initiatives, and assist with system upgrades.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of automation, systems engineering, electronics, and computer systems.
• Prior experience with automation or controls in an industrial or technical environment.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical documentation.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Effective communicator and team player.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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