Automation Mechanic

Job description

At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.

As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate.

And we do it all with heart, each and every day.

**Position Summary**

CVS Health, a Fortune 4 company, has an opportunity to welcome a new member to the Pharmacy Maintenance Team in CHICAGO, IL.

As an Automation Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the pharmacy’s automated systems.

This is a great role for someone who enjoys an organized and clean work environment, focusing on routine inspections of our specialized machines.

The person in this role will also be responsible for identifying and resolving technical issues to meet production goals as well as quality expectations.

Your efforts will impact the lives of thousands of patients who rely on the critical medications that are dispensed by this facility.

With opportunities to advance in as soon as 6 months (based on your skill-level)! Your career possibilities are endless at CVS Health! This is a full-time position with guaranteed 40 hours per week, and premium pay for consistent weekends or company holidays worked.

**Candidates hired for the Automation Mechanic role are provided tools by CVS Health upon training.

No requirement to provide your own.**

Your responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

+ Troubleshooting and maintenance for automation robotics, electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems in a sophisticated automated large volume pharmaceutical dispensing facility.
+ Conduct routine inspections of machines and systems to ensure optimal performance, such as troubleshooting electro-mechanical control systems and supporting the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based control systems.
+ Performing preventative maintenance on equipment, notifying the Manager of any concerns regarding major repairs needed or any additional equipment needed to support the pharmacy automation equipment, and maintaining a clean and safe work area for all employees.
+ Participate in training programs to stat updated on new technologies and procedures.

**Schedule:** Monday-Thursday 10:00pm-6:30am, and Saturday 12:00am-8:30am.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision insurance as well as a wide-ranging list of supplemental benefits and discount programs.

In addition to sixteen paid days off for employees, we also offer Seven paid holidays! Learn about our full benefits offerings at www.BenefitMoments.com !

**Required Qualifications**

+ Must be comfortable with physical labor including:
+ Crawling under conveyor and working in confined spaces.
+ Lifting 60Ibs without assistance.
+ Climbing ladders and industrial platforms.
+ Comfortable in Aerial Lifts.
+ Able to Walk and be on feet for 90% of shift.
+ Working with Dirty equipment during Preventative Maintenance.
+ 3+ years of risk assessment skills including ability to understand a process and determine how a change can affect that process.
+ 3+ years of project management skills with ability to multi-task & prioritize.
+ 3+ years of performing Preventive Maintenance (PM) to automated manufacturing equipment and utilizing LOTO procedures.
+ 3+ years of troubleshooting, repairing & maintaining automated equipment controlled by Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
+ 3+ years of mechanical and pneumatic repairs in automation environment
+ 3+ years of electrical schematic, print reading, and voltmeter usage (24v – 480v)

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Experience in medical, fulfillment center, warehouse, or healthcare environments.
+ Experience working with automation robots (ABB, Fanuc)
+ Experience working in a regulated environment (ISO 9000, ISO 13485, FDA, Pharmaceutical or Medical Device)
+ A craft certification or other Mechatronics related certification/training.
+ Experience using Manager Plus system “Work Order Dashboard”/ parts management.

+ **Education**

+ Verifiable High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience required.

**Anticipated Weekly Hours**

40

**Time Type**

Full time

**Pay Range**

The typical pay range for this role is:

$21.10 - $44.99

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls.

The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.

This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future.

Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

**Great benefits for great people**

We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be.

In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

+ **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** .
+ **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
+ **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 12/26/2025

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Required Skill Profession

Other General