Preventive Maintenance Technician: Boost Uptime & Efficiency

PLP; Cuyahoga Falls (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PLP in Ohio is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Technician to perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery, ensuring optimal performance and preventing breakdowns. You will inspect, test, and service systems, using MaintainX to track activities and stay aligned with schedules.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with the production team to minimize downtime and drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Able to read technical manuals and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on equipment per schedule using MaintainX.
• Diagnose and repair equipment to prevent downtime.
• Document maintenance activities, inspections, and parts used in MaintainX.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE.
• Support production team to minimize downtime and suggest improvements.
• Assist other tradespersons as needed.

Skills

Mechanical basics

Electrical basics

Read schematics

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork/Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Mechanical certification or licensure is a plus

Tools

MaintainX

Measurement instruments

Microsoft Office

Job description

PLP in Ohio is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Technician to perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery, ensuring optimal performance and preventing breakdowns. You will inspect, test, and service systems, using MaintainX to track activities and stay aligned with schedules.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with the production team to minimize downtime and drive process improvements.