Shop Technician

Company: Bow Robotics
Location: West Chester
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position Overview The Shop Technician at Bow Robotics plays a vital role in keeping our operations running smoothly, safely, and efficiently. This hands-on position supports shipping and receiving, inventory control, robot preparation, testing, and maintenance across the shop. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and comfortable working across multiple operational areas in a fast-paced robotics environment. What We Offer Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with 4% company match Two (2) weeks of paid time off (PTO) Stable, hands-on work in a growing robotics company Opportunities to learn, develop technical skills, and work directly with advanced robotic systems Key Responsibilities: Shipping & Receiving Receive inbound shipments and verify quantities and condition against packing slips and job requirements Check in parts using Service Fusion with accurate and complete data entry Tag, label, and document parts with SO/job number, part number, status, and location Stage materials appropriately and prepare outbound shipments, including packing, labeling, and documentation Inventory Management Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits; investigate and resolve discrepancies Stock items in assigned locations and maintain accurate quantity and location data in Service Fusion Organize and clearly separate tested, untested, and defective materials to maintain inventory integrity Robot Test Line & Shop Organization (5S) Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of the robot test line Ensure proper cable management, tool control, and workspace organization Identify unsafe conditions, damaged components, or missing items and address or escalate promptly Robot & Motor Preparation / Painting Perform surface preparation and painting of robots, motors, and components to shop standards Maintain cleanliness, organization, and supply levels in paint and prep areas Electronics Repair Support Assist with teach pendant repairs and other electronic repair tasks as needed Document troubleshooting steps, repairs, and outcomes in job records Robot & Controller Teardowns (Rigging & Handling) Safely dismantle robots and controllers, including large robot arms and assemblies Operate cranes and forklifts safely to move, position, and stage equipment (training/certification required) Testing & Diagnostics Create and run test programs to validate robot mechanical components and controller parts Set up test configurations, perform functional checks, and clearly document pass/fail results Seasonal Preventative Maintenance Support Assist with high-volume preventative maintenance (PM) seasons, including on-site support when required Ensure accurate PM documentation and maintain consumables such as oil, filters, fans, and batteries Qualifications & Skills Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Experience with inventory management systems (Service Fusion preferred) Basic mechanical and electronics troubleshooting skills Familiarity with 5S principles and maintaining organized workspaces Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and adapt in a fast-paced environment Ability to safely operate forklifts, cranes, and other shop equipment (or willingness to be trained) Physical Requirements Ability to lift and move components up to 50 pounds safely Standing, walking, bending, and manual handling throughout the shift Work Environment Manufacturing and shop environment involving robotics, electronics, and industrial materials Exposure to paint, oils, and other chemicals PPE required as mandated

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