Maintenance Mechanic - $34-37/hr + Night Premium

Electrical Automation Services; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrical Automation Services is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment in a food manufacturing facility. The role requires 3+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance and the ability to read schematics and diagnose PLC-controlled systems.

The position is on-site in Hiram, OH with 12-hour rotating shifts and a 14-day monthly schedule. Wages are $34.10–$36.70 per hour plus a $2.10 night premium on night shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or an associate’s degree preferred.
• Three or more years of industrial maintenance experience, or equivalent training and experience.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting production equipment, electrical systems, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and controls.
• Ability to read schematics and use standard diagnostic tools.
• PL C troubleshooting experience required; PLC programming is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Respond to production equipment issues and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.
• Repair and maintain production machinery, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Read electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics to support troubleshooting and repairs.
• Independently troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including PLC I/O diagnostics and ladder logic.
• Perform preventive maintenance and keep accurate maintenance records.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Motor controls

VFDs

Hydraulic/pneumatic systems

Welding

Education

HS diploma or GED

Technical training or associate degree

Tools

PLC

Job description

Location: This position is on-site in Hiram, OH. Please apply only if you live within about a 45-minute drive of Hiram.Pay: $34.10–$36.70/hr depending on experience, plus a $2.10/hr night premium on 12-hour nights.Schedule: 2-2-3 rotating 12-hour shifts. You work about 14 days a month and get every other weekend off (3-day weekend). Day and night shifts available.What you'll do: Keep production lines at a modern food manufacturing plant running. Troubleshoot motors, sensors, controls and PLCs, and handle electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic repairs.Who we're looking for: 3+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance (mechanical and electrical).Location: Hiram, OHWe’re seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment in a manufacturing facility. This role is suited to someone who can handle common equipment issues independently and work with the maintenance team on more complex repairs.Industrial Electricians, Electrical Maintenance Technicians, Electro-Mechanical Technicians, and Multicraft Maintenance Technicians are encouraged to apply.ResponsibilitiesRespond to production equipment issues and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.Repair and maintain production machinery, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.Read electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics to support troubleshooting and repairs.Independently troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including PLC I/O diagnostics and reading ladder logic to identify faults.Perform preventive maintenance and keep accurate maintenance records.Identify recurring problems and help develop lasting fixes.Request parts and supplies needed for repairs and maintenance.Follow plant safety procedures and food manufacturing quality practices.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required; technical training or an associate’s degree is preferred.Three or more years of industrial maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Hands-on experience troubleshooting production equipment, electrical systems, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and controls.Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.Ability to read schematics and use standard diagnostic tools.PLC troubleshooting experience required; PLC programming experience is a plus.Welding experience is a plus.Basic computer skills and familiarity with workplace safety practices.