Maintenance Technician – Automation & Controls
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026.
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Maintenance Technician - Automation & Controls
We’re looking for a hands-on Maintenance Technician to support our highly automated Walmart Central Fill Pharmacy facility. You’ll help maintain and troubleshoot pharmacy automation, robotics, conveyors, electrical and mechanical equipment, PLC-controlled systems, and computer/network components.
If you enjoy troubleshooting, working with your hands, and learning different technologies, this is an opportunity to build your technical skills while supporting automation that helps patients receive their medications accurately and on time.
Schedule: Tuesday-Friday, 5:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and Saturday, 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
What You’ll Do
- Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operational upkeep of automated pharmacy and facility equipment.
- Troubleshoot electrical systems, including 480/460V, 220V, 120V AC and 24V DC circuits, motor starters, power distribution, and control circuits.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and use voltage and current measurements to troubleshoot equipment.
- Assist with PLC troubleshooting, including ladder logic and uploading/downloading PLC programs.
- Troubleshoot control devices including photo eyes, solenoid valves, limit switches, indicator lights, and safety switches.
- Perform mechanical maintenance, including aligning bearings, shafts, and drives; adjusting belts and chains; replacing worn components; and maintaining pneumatic systems.
- Complete preventive maintenance, including equipment inspections, lubrication, cleaning, and component replacement.
- Troubleshoot Windows-based computers, Ethernet connections, cabling, I/O devices, and equipment-related computer systems.
- Support light electrical, construction, and facility improvement projects.
- Coordinate with vendors and contractors as needed for equipment and facility repairs.
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, quality, and operational efficiency.
Basic Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1+ year of industrial maintenance, equipment maintenance, facilities maintenance, automation, electromechanical, or related technical experience.
- Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics.
Preferred Skills/Experience
- Experience with automated equipment, robotics, conveyors, material handling systems, or pharmacy automation.
- Knowledge of PLCs and ladder logic.
- Experience troubleshooting AC/DC electrical systems, motor controls, power distribution, sensors, and control circuits.
- Mechanical experience with bearings, shafts, drives, belts, chains, and pneumatic systems.
- Experience with preventive maintenance programs.
- Familiarity with Windows, Ethernet networks, I/O devices, and RS232/RS422 communications.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly automated production environment.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- On-site position in a regulated production/warehouse environment.
- Requires standing, bending, lifting, and climbing throughout the shift.
- Must be able to safely perform the physical activities necessary to maintain and repair facility and automation equipment.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations.In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
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