Maintenance Technician

Surge Staffing; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Surge Staffing in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician III for a 3rd shift role. This hands-on position focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining mechanical and electrical manufacturing equipment in a heavy‑duty industrial setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities, and can read electrical schematics, blueprints, and diagrams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience reading electrical schematics, blueprints, and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and PLC systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment.
• Interpret ladder logic and troubleshoot electrical circuits and controls.
• Install, test, and upgrade manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Mentor Maintenance Technician I and II team members.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

PLC controls

Mentorship

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical certification

Tools

PLC systems

Electrical schematics

Blueprints

Industrial controls

Job description

Maintenance Technician III – Industrial Maintenance (3rd Shift)

Location: Cincinnati, OH
Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Shift: 3rd Shift | Monday–Friday, 6:45 PM–10:45 AM
Overtime: Saturdays as needed; Saturday hours are paid as overtime

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician III to join a manufacturing operation in Cincinnati, OH. This is a hands‑on industrial maintenance position responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining mechanical and electrical manufacturing equipment.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to diagnose complex equipment issues. This position also provides technical guidance and mentorship to Maintenance Technician I and II team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical manufacturing equipment
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits, controls, and industrial equipment
• Diagnose equipment issues using electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation
• Interpret ladder logic for troubleshooting purposes
• Troubleshoot and work with sensors, relays, contactors, VFDs, and other electrical components
• Install, test, modify, and upgrade manufacturing equipment and machinery
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and maintenance emergencies
• Perform equipment inspections and identify potential maintenance issues before failures occur
• Assist with equipment installations, machinery upgrades, and continuous improvement projects
• Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, forklifts, aerial lifts, and other maintenance equipment
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Maintenance Technician I and II employees
• Support efforts to improve equipment reliability, safety, and production efficiency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance work area
• Follow all company safety procedures and maintenance best practices

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience
• Strong electrical troubleshooting experience
• Experience maintaining and repairing manufacturing or production equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits and industrial equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and mechanical drawings
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs
• Experience with PLC systems and industrial controls
• Ability to interpret ladder logic for troubleshooting
• Experience with sensors, relays, contactors, and VFDs
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred
• Experience with automation or automated manufacturing equipment is a plus
• Ability to work independently and prioritize maintenance issues
• Strong communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced maintenance technicians
• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical school, vocational training, or maintenance-related certification is a plus
• Ability to pass a Ramsey mechanical aptitude assessment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work around machinery for extended periods
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally handle heavier materials with assistance
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with machinery, noise, varying temperatures, and elevated work areas
• Ability to operate forklifts, aerial lifts, and other maintenance equipment as needed

Why Apply?

• Full-time opportunity with an established manufacturing operation
• Hands‑on work with a variety of industrial equipment
• Advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting responsibilities
• Opportunity to mentor and support other maintenance technicians
• Career growth and technical development opportunities
• Consistent Monday–Friday 3rd shift schedule
• Saturday overtime opportunities may be available

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