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Robotics Technician
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What they do
A Robotics Technician is responsible for maintenance and repair of robots, welding and repairing broken and run-down parts, and programming logic controllers (PLC). Assists engineers in design and developing applications for them.
$70,365 / year median in California
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Robotics Technician at Insight Global Robotics Technician at Insight Global in STANFORD, California Posted in about 4 hours ago.
Type:
full-time
Location:
ONSITE -
Redwood City, CA Duration:
1 year contract with potential for extension or conversion based on performance and business needs
Overview:
We are seeking a Teleoperations Operator to operate robotic systems and support data collection, testing, and product development. This role requires prior hands-on experience controlling robotic arms or similar systems through wearable teleoperations equipment, motion-tracking technology, or specialized control interfaces. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with both robotics hardware and software, following detailed procedures, troubleshooting basic issues, and documenting robot performance.
Responsibilities:
- Operate robotic arms and similar systems through teleoperations software and equipment.
- Wear and use motion-controlled, motion-capture, VR, exoskeleton-style, or other teleoperation equipment to guide robot movements.
- Execute assigned movements, manipulation tasks, and testing scenarios accurately and consistently.
- Set up, test, calibrate, and validate teleoperation equipment before each session.
- Monitor robot performance and identify hardware, software, sensor, calibration, or connectivity issues.
- Perform first-line troubleshooting and escalate complex problems to engineering.
- Follow established SOPs, safety requirements, and data collection procedures.
- Collect and review robot demonstration data for quality and completeness.
- Document system errors, robot behavior, test results, and operational issues.
- Reproduce reported issues to support engineering investigations.
- Support equipment updates, routine maintenance, and basic component replacements.
- Collaborate with engineering, product, and operations teams to improve robot performance and teleoperation workflows
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Ability to perform structured, repetitive robot movements while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
- Ability to follow detailed SOPs, test procedures, and safety requirements.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to escalate issues effectively to engineering and operations teams.
- Comfortable working onsite and interacting directly with robotic equipment