Maintenance Technician - Project-Based

Continental Tire the Americas, LLC; Plymouth (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Tire the Americas, LLC in Plymouth, IN is hiring a Maintenance Technician – 1st shift to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant machinery, hydraulics, and control systems. You will work with maintenance, engineering and production teams to ensure safe, efficient operations and hands-on experience in machining, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and diagnostics.

Requirements include an associates degree or certificate in a mechanical field, 3+ years in a mechanical role, ability to

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a mechanical field is required or preferred.
• Certificate in a mechanical field is required or preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs as part of daily tasks.
• Limited travel within the U.S. may be required.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, and power transmission systems.
• Diagnose equipment and control system issues using schematics and test tools; replace defective components.
• Perform machining, welding, pipe fitting, and sheet metal fabrication for maintenance.
• Replace hydraulic fluids, lubricants, gearboxes, bearings, and other components.
• Use hand and machine tools to adjust and repair worn parts.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams for reliability.
• Follow LOTO procedures, PPE requirements, and safety standards.
• Maintain clean workspace and support daily tasks and coverage as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

Associates degree in mechanical field

Certificate in a mechanical field

Job 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. Instilled with the heritage of champions, Hoosier utilizes a model sales and distribution network to deliver winning results globally. Hoosier Racing Tire is a 100% subsidiary of Continental AG.

THE POSITION

THIS POSITION IS PROJECT-BASED AND IS EXPECTED TO RUN APPROXIMATELY 12 – 18 MONTHS WITH THE OPPORTUNITY FOR LONG-TERM EMPLOYMENT BASED ON BUSINESS NEEDS AND PERFORMANCE.

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.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Associates 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.

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. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [e-mail] or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / 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. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [e-mail] or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.