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Job Title: Automation Technician
Company Name: Motorola Solutions, Inc.
Location: Greater Chicago Area, United States
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 08/11/2025
Expire Date: 02/04/2026
Job Categories: Healthcare, Practitioner and Technician, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Law Enforcement, and Security, Manufacturing and Production, Broadcasting/Communications, Quality Control, Medical
Job Description
Automation Technician

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.


Department Overview

Automation System Maintenance and Troubleshooting


Job Description

Maintain and repair computer-controlled systems and robotic devices in industrial and commercial settings

  • Provide immediate response to equipment malfunctions and escalate any unresolved issues to management and engineering teams
  • Utilize advance technical knowledge to perform tests and analysis of complex hardware problems
  • Perform automation system maintenance according to the schedule and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) documentation
  • Run diagnostic tests to ensure system functionality as specified in the TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) documentation
  • Perform diagnosis of the various automation control systems using diagrams, schematics, manuals and other documentation provided by the manufacturer
  • Troubleshoot non-functioning components including motion sensors, control components, photosensors, pneumatic devices and other vital technology
  • Install, configure and commission new installs (including hardware upgrades) of robotic systems and production equipment as needed
  • Perform specific automation programing tasks and other services relating to the upkeep of the production equipment
  • Collect and record data in the designated database regarding root cause analysis, corrective actions, parts replacement, and scheduled maintenance to ensure maximum functionality
  • Monitor process for evaluating and implementing process improvements, assist engineering teams with process changes
  • Establish and maintain effective communications with production, quality, engineering and management personnel
  • Responsible for working in accordance with the training, work procedures, and safety instructions to ensure satisfactory EHS performance
  • Assists operators in machine configurations, fixture set-ups and adjustments as required
  • Flexibility to work holidays and weekends occasionally

Target Base Salary Range: $50,100 - $83,600 

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.


Basic Requirements

  • 3+ years related experience
  • Education: Associates Degree in automation technology, robotics, electronics or a related discipline


Travel Requirements

Under 10%


Relocation Provided

None


Position Type

Experienced


Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave
  • and more!


EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

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Company Description:
At Motorola Solutions, we create technologies our customers refer to as their lifeline. Our technology platforms in communications, software, video and services help our customers work safely and more efficiently. Whether it's helping firefighters see through smoke, enabling police officers to see around street corners, or reliably keeping the lights on in homes and businesses around the world, our work supports those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe. Bring your passion, potential and talents to Motorola Solutions, and help us usher in a new era in public safety and security.
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