Join Our Team as an Automation Technician at Johnson Electric! Location: Mississauga, ON (onsite) Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $72,000.00 annually Vacancy Type: Existing Position
As our next Automation Technician, you'll be at the forefront of supporting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving automation systems across the manufacturing floor. Your expertise in PLCs, robotics, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, sensors, HMIs, and industrial automation will be essential to maximizing equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting production and quality objectives.
Why You'll Love Working Here Recognition Programs: Programs that recognize and reward employee achievements and contributions.
Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Strong Leadership: Work under experienced and visionary leaders who guide the company towards success.
Innovation Hubs: Access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs that foster creativity and development.
What You'll Be Doing Assist with the installation, setup, and commissioning of automation equipment and systems
Perform regular maintenance inspections and repairs to maximize automation system availability
Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, robotic, and automation-related equipment issues
Troubleshoot PLCs, robotics, sensors, HMIs, and related automation components
Provide immediate technical support to production teams during equipment problems and unexpected breakdowns
Work directly with controllers and engineering teams to implement hardware and software updates
Use power tools and appropriate diagnostic equipment to support installations, repairs, and maintenance
Monitor automation equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve system reliability
Support production targets and quality requirements by maintaining reliable automation processes




Conduct safety assessments and identify risks associated with automated equipment
Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, breakdowns, repairs, and system performance
Document technical issues, root causes, corrective actions, and recommended preventive measures
Collaborate with Engineering and external vendors when advanced technical support or replacement components are required
Implement appropriate temporary solutions when necessary to safely restore production while permanent corrective actions are developed
Review recurring equipment failures and implement preventive measures to reduce future breakdowns
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, safety, quality, and productivity
Emergency & Breakdown Support: Respond promptly to automation system failures and production-line emergencies Assess equipment conditions and determine the scope and operational impact of the problem
Use diagnostic tools and technical knowledge to identify root causes
Implement safe corrective actions to restore equipment functionality
Coordinate response plans with Production and Engineering teams
Escalate complex problems to specialized engineering resources or external vendors as required
Document breakdowns and communicate recommended follow-up actions
Implement preventive improvements after the immediate issue has been resolved

What We're Looking For Associate degree or diploma in Automation Technology, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field, or equivalent hand-on experience
At least one year of experience working with automation systems in a manufacturing environment
Experience troubleshooting industrial automation equipment
Working knowledge of PLCs, robotics, sensors, HMIs, and related control systems
Hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting capabilities
Experience using power tools and diagnostic equipment safely
Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills
Ability to respond effectively to equipment breakdowns and changing production priorities
Ability to

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📌 Automation Technician (Ontario)
🏢 100605 PM-Mississauga
📍 Ontario