Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Continental; Plymouth (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Continental in Plymouth, Indiana is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the 1st shift to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment. The role requires expertise in industrial maintenance, machining, welding, and equipment diagnostics.

Qualified candidates should have an associate’s degree and/or 3+ years of relevant experience in a mechanical field, with the ability to lift up to 70 lbs. This position does not offer relocation and requires legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• Limited travel within the U.S. may be required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical systems.
• Diagnose equipment issues using schematics and testing tools.
• Perform machining, welding, and fabrication work.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams.
• Follow safety standards and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Equipment maintenance

Machining

Welding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Equipment diagnostics

Education

Associate’s degree in a mechanical field

3+ years of relevant experience

Certificate in a mechanical field

Tools

Hand tools

Machine tools

Job description

• Referral Bonus: Yes
• Working Time: Full Time

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2024, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.

Hoosier Racing Tire, the largest race tire manufacturer in the world, has continually promoted passion, pride, and success in the racing industry since 1957. Based in Plymouth, Ind., their state-of-the-art facility, including a fully integrated technology and R&D center, is solely dedicated to engineering, designing, supporting, and manufacturing the over 1,000 different types of racing and high-performance tires currently produced. Hoosier utilizes a model sales and distribution network to deliver winning results globally. Hoosier Racing Tire is a 100% subsidiary of Continental AG.

Job Description

THE POSITION

Hoosier Racing Tire in Plymouth, IN is seeking a Maintenance Technician – 1st shift to join our team. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment throughout the plant to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations. The Maintenance Technician will work closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams while gaining hands‑on experience in industrial maintenance, machining, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and equipment diagnostics.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, and power transmission systems to support plant operations.
• Diagnose equipment and control system issues using schematics, gauges, precision measurement devices, and electronic testing tools; replace and recommission defective components.
• Perform machining, welding, pipe fitting, and sheet metal fabrication work for equipment repair and maintenance.
• Remove, replace, and service hydraulic fluids, lubricants, gearboxes, bearings, and other mechanical system components.
• Use hand tools and machine tools to adjust, repair, and replace worn or damaged structural and rotating equipment parts.
• Collaborate professionally with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to support operational efficiency and equipment reliability.
• Follow all LOTO procedures, PPE requirements, plant safety standards, and corporate/government compliance policies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace while supporting maintenance leadership with daily tasks, overtime needs, and vacancy coverage as required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a mechanical field, or
• 3+ years of relevant experience in a mechanical field
• Certificate in a mechanical field
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Limited travel within the U.S. may be required.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.
• Relocation is not offered for this position.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO Statement

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. As a federal contractor, Continental complies with affirmative action responsibilities and other regulatory obligations as applicable. If you require assistance in the application process, please contact our accessibility team.