Maintenance Technician

Tarkett; Middlefield Township (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarkett has a great opportunity for a Maintenance Technician at our Middlefield, Ohio Manufacturing Plant. You will be a key technical resource supporting our rubber flooring operations by troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, controls, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

This role requires a hands-on approach to problem solving, training and mentoring maintenance personnel and apprentices. We seek an experienced technician with 3–5 years in plant environments, strong PLC/electrical knowledge,

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field preferred or equivalent experience and training.
• 3–5 years of plant or related field experience.
• Basic understanding of mechanics, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Strong knowledge of high and low voltage electrical.
• Ability to read ladder logic and schematics for troubleshooting.
• Ability to create and modify CAD drawings and schematics.
• Allen-Bradley PLC experience preferred; VFD and motion experience a plus.
• Willingness to stay current on technology and challenge us to improve.
• Ability to comply with safety standards including Arc Flash and LOTO.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists on shop floor issues including breakdowns, new process development and continuous improvement.
• Troubleshoot controls issues utilizing computers and supplier software.
• Identify and implement projects to improve processes, training, and operations.
• Maintain and update drawings when changes are made to equipment or programming.
• Assist in the development of maintenance team members.
• Observe safety rules and ensure safety of others around you.

Skills

Mechanics

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical

Ladder logic

Schematics

CAD drawings

Allen-Bradley PLC

VFD and motion

Safety compliance

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s Degree in related field

Tools

CAD software

PLC programming software

Job description

Summary

Tarkett has a great opportunity for a Maintenance Technician in our Middlefield, Ohio Manufacturing Plant. Tarkett is seeking an experienced and strategic Maintenance Technician to join our successful team in Middlefield, Ohio. In this position you will be seen as a key technical resource for supporting our rubber flooring operations by troubleshooting with the team on mechanical, electrical, controls, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. This position requires a hands on approach that helps with problem solving, training and teaching Maintenance personnel and apprentices.

Responsibilities:

• Assists on any issue that could arise on the shop floor including breakdowns, new process development, continuous improvement, tooling changes, etc. Includes issues related to hydraulics, pneumatics, programming, electrical, etc
• Troubleshoot controls issues utilizing computers and supplier software
• Identify and implement projects to will improve processes, training, operations, etc
• Maintain and update drawings when changes are made to equipment or programming
• Assist in the development of our maintenance team members
• Must be responsible for observing all safety rules and regulations. Must work safely and always be responsible for the safety of others around you

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in a related field preferred or equivalent experience and training
• 3-5 years of plant or related field experience
• Basic understanding of mechanics, hydraulics and pneumatics
• Strong knowledge of high and low voltage e3lectrical
• Ability to read ladder logic and schematics for troubleshooting issues
• Ability to create and modify CAD drawings and schematics
• Allen-Bradley PLC experience preferred, VFD and motion experience is a plus
• Willingness to stay current on technology and challenge us to improve
• Ability to comply with existing safety standards, including Arc Flash and LOTO
• An understanding of safe operations and the drive to identify opportunities to improve each day
• Excellent people skills with a high emphasis on communication and is considered a strong collaborator
• Strong organizational skills and maintains a well-kept work area
• Drive for results and accountability
• Ability to work with little direct supervision
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1
• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!
• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of €3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries. To build “The Way to Better Floors,” the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett Human‐Conscious Design® approach.

www.tarkett-group.com

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.