Maintenance Technician

Baerlocher Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly bonus

Paid vacation

14 paid holidays

Health, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability (short/long)

401(k) with match

Job summary

Baerlocher Group in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform reactive, proactive, and preventative maintenance in a chemical process plant. The role requires troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems, repairing equipment, and supporting downtime reduction.

Weekend shifts, on-call rotations, and early call-ins are part of the schedule. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in chemical processing, a high school diploma, and experience with CMMS, valves, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical processing maintenance.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical maintenance in a plant.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and equipment safety in all maintenance activities.
• Minimize downtime and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Perform repairs on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Support capital projects and facility improvements.
• Organize tools, spare parts, and inventory.
• Follow Preventive Maintenance checks and lubrication processes.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Print reading

Valve repair

Welding/pipefitting

CMMS

Plant automation

Preventive maintenance

Problem solving

On-call readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

5 years chemical processing experience

Tools

CMMS software

Automation systems knowledge

Job description

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Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Full Time Regular Chemical Manufacture Cincinnati, OH, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1180

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing reactive, proactive, and preventative maintenance activities to ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment in a chemical process plant. This role supports manufacturing operations by minimizing downtime, troubleshooting equipment issues, and executing repairs and improvements to maintain optimal plant performance. Candidates must be available for early call-ins, stay-overs, and weekend shifts as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work safely and ensure equipment safety in all maintenance activities.
• Comply with OSHA regulations and company safety policies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Support manufacturing operations by minimizing equipment downtime.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical equipment issues.
• Perform repairs on mechanical and electrical systems as needed.
• Apply alternative repair methods when direct repairs or replacements are not immediately feasible.
• Conduct preventative maintenance tasks in a timely and effective manner.
• Participate in facility improvements and capital projects as assigned.
• Organize and maintain tools, spare parts, and equipment inventory.
• Execute Baerlocher Preventative Maintenance Program checks and lubrication.
• Validate equipment modifications to ensure product quality and specification compliance.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a skilled technician with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities, a commitment to safety, and a proactive approach to equipment reliability and plant support.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair skills (including 480V systems).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical prints.
• Knowledge of valves and valve repair.
• Basic welding, pipefitting, and plumbing skills.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• General understanding of plant automation systems.
• Ability to rebuild mechanical components.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and respond to call-ins.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.

Education and Experience

Minimum:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in the chemical processing industry.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance.

Strongly Desired:

• Experience with controls and automation systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work in industrial environments with exposure to noise, chemicals, and varying temperatures.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights when necessary.

Benefits and Schedule:

• Will work at least one on-call weekend per month
• Day Shift
• Yearly bonus
• Paid vacation
• 14 paid holidays each year
• Health, dental, and vision available
• Company paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability
• 401(k) with company matching contribution