General Maintenance Technician

Carlisle Brake & Friction; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Brake & Friction is seeking a General Maintenance Technician in Ohio. The role focuses on preventing faults in machines by performing repairs, troubleshooting power transmission, electrical, hydraulics and pneumatics, and supporting cross‑functional teams.

The candidate should be self‑starter with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, capable of working independently and on overtime as needed. Safety and quality are top priorities.

Qualifications

• Lift 50 lbs and work on ladders/lifts.
• 0–3 years in manufacturing with hands‑on repairs.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical power transmission, hydraulics, pneumatics, and lubrication."
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, testing devices; welding and sheet‑metal repairs."
• Good communication, analytical skills, and ability to multi‑task."
• Ability to diagnose problems and determine when a licensed specialist is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety standards are maintained while performing duties.
• Perform minor to moderate repairs on facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot wiring, repair leaky pipes, and service HVAC systems (filters, etc).
• Conduct scheduled inspections of safety systems and mechanical equipment.
• Submit reports on work activities to supervisor and track progress.
• Identify root causes and suggest preventive actions.
• Interface with CMMS to retrieve work orders and manage inventory.
• Assist with cleaning, maintenance of dust collection equipment, and general groundskeeping.
• Participate in 5S/TPM improvements.
• Handle interior painting, drywall patching, and basic groundskeeping or snow removal.

Skills

Mechanical power transmission

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Lubrication practices

Troubleshooting

Welding & sheet‑metal repairs

Communication

Analytical abilities

Multi-tasking

Education

Vocational training / on‑the‑job training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Testing devices

Welding

Job description

Job Description

The role of the general maintenance involves carrying out various duties, tasks, and responsibilities to ensure machines and equipment don’t develop faults when in operation. Candidate will have experience in maintenance and competent troubleshooting skills in power transmission, electrical, hydraulics and pneumatics. Individual must be a motivated self‑starter with the ability to work independently and/or in a cross‑functional work team environment. Individual must possess strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities.

Role Expectations

The following job responsibilities are expected to be performed satisfactorily with supervision in a training status:

Responsibilities

• Ensure that safety standards are maintained while performing duties
• Perform minor to moderate repairs on facilities, equipment, safety repairs/improvements, facility fans, housekeeping, etc.
• Troubleshoot and fix minor wiring (120vac), repair leaky pipes, and service heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) units (e.g., swapping air filters).
• Conduct scheduled inspections of safety systems (e.g., fire alarms, emergency lighting) and mechanical equipment to prevent major breakdowns.
• Submit reports on work activities and progress of work to the supervisor
• Identify root cause of equipment failures and suggest preventive actions
• Identify and order machine components and materials required to complete any given job
• Accurately estimate time required to complete any given job
• Interface with our computerized maintenance management system to retrieve work orders, manage part inventory, and record closing information
• Trash pick‑up and disposal
• Floor cleaning including operation of rider floor sweeper and scrubber
• Clean up spills as needed
• Collection and disposal of waste oil and water
• Assist with the maintenance and cleaning of dust collection equipment
• Participate in 5S/TPM improvements
• Handle interior and exterior painting, drywall patching, and basic groundskeeping or snow removal.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50 lbs, work on ladders and lifts
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as needed
• Minimum 0‑3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with proven hands‑on experience with general repairs, often learned through on‑the‑job training, apprenticeships, or vocational programs.
• A strong working knowledge of mechanical power transmission, hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication practices, and other PD‑M practices
• Technical skills: Proficiency in using standard hand tools, power tools, testing devices, welding and sheet‑metal repairs.
• Must possess strong communication skills, analytical abilities, and the ability to multi‑task
• Problem‑solving: The ability to diagnose problems quickly and determine when a repair requires a licensed specialist (e.g., certified electrician or plumber).

Preferred Qualifications

• Self‑motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Understands how to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Experience in general industrial cleaning and painting skills
• Tow Motor certification