General Maintenance Technician

Carlislecbf; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlislecbf in Medina, Ohio is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to perform a variety of duties ensuring machines and equipment run with minimal faults. The role requires hands‑on experience in power transmission, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic electrical troubleshooting.

You will work independently or in cross‑functional teams, applying strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to diagnose issues, perform repairs, participate in TPM/5S initiatives, and maintain safety standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50 lbs, and work on ladders and lifts.
• Overtime flexibility and ability to work any shift.
• 0-3 years of manufacturing experience with hands-on repairs.
• Strong knowledge of power transmission, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, testing devices, welding and sheet metal repairs.
• Good communication, analytical, and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety standards while performing duties.
• Perform minor to moderate repairs on facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot wiring and HVAC units; swap air filters.
• Inspect safety systems and mechanical equipment to prevent breakdowns.
• Submit reports on work activities to supervisor.
• Identify root causes and propose preventive actions.
• Interface with CMMS to retrieve work orders and manage inventory.
• Floor cleaning, trash disposal, and dust collection maintenance.

Skills

Power transmission

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

General repairs

Welding

Safety awareness

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Vocational program

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Testing devices

Welding equipment

Job description

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:

Specific Duties

• 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.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical power transmission, hydraulics and pneumatics, lubrication practices and other PDM 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