Robotics Technicians

• Disassemble and reassemble robots or peripheral equipment to make repairs such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, and servomotors.
• Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.
• Maintain service records of robotic equipment or automated production systems.
• Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or conveyors.
• Document robotics test procedures and results.
• Align, fit, or assemble component parts using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
• Attach wires between controllers.
• Test performance of robotic assemblies, using instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.
• Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Modify computer-controlled robot movements.
• Train customers or other personnel to install, use, or maintain robots.
• Build or assemble robotic devices or systems.
• Assist engineers in the design, configuration, or application of robotic systems.
• Inspect installation sites.
• Install new robotic systems in stationary positions or on tracks.
• Maintain inventories of production supplies such as sensors and cables.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Robotics Technicians.

• Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Equipment Selection - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Robotics Technicians.