Utilities Technician

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts (tire)

Competitive Bonus Programs

Employees 401k Match

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Assistance Program

Future Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Continental Tire the Americas, LLC is seeking a Utilities Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain utility and facility equipment, ensuring safe, reliable operations. You will document activities in SAP PM and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.

The role requires an Associate degree in a technical field or 5+ years of related maintenance experience in industrial settings, with exposure to Siemens/Johnson Controls PLCs and Metasys software.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Engineering, Electrical Technology, Electro-Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics Technology, or a related technical field; OR Minimum of 5 years of relevant maintenance experience in lieu of a degree.
• Maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on utility and facility equipment.
• Ensure high equipment availability while supporting energy efficiency initiatives.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and minimize downtime through timely repairs.
• Identify and implement equipment improvements to enhance reliability, quality, and operational performance.
• Support facility, utility, and capital improvement projects as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Accurately document maintenance activities in SAP PM, including work order confirmations, spare parts usage, and equipment history.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business and operational objectives.
• Demonstrate ownership of personal and workplace safety by following safety procedures and reporting unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Ensure accurate time and attendance reporting.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

Siemens PLC systems

Johnson Controls PLC systems

Metasys building automation software

SAP PM (SAP Plant Maintenance)

Job description

• Legal Entity: Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (0505)
• Referral Bonus: Yes
• Working Time: Full Time

Company Description

THE COMPANY

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 theTires group sectormake 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 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

Job Description

The Utilities Technician is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining utility and facility equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
How You Will Make an Impact

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on utility and facility equipment.
• Ensure high equipment availability while supporting energy efficiency initiatives.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and minimize downtime through timely repairs.
• Identify and implement equipment improvements to enhance reliability, quality, and operational performance.
• Support facility, utility, and capital improvement projects as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Accurately document maintenance activities in SAP PM, including work order confirmations, spare parts usage, and equipment history.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business and operational objectives.
• Demonstrate ownership of personal and workplace safety by following safety procedures and reporting unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Ensure accurate time and attendance reporting.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Associates degree in Engineering, Electrical Technology, Electro-Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics Technology, or a related technical field; OR
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant maintenance experience in lieu of a degree.
• Maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
• Experience maintaining utility systems, facility equipment, and power distribution systems.
• Working knowledge of Siemens and/or Johnson Controls PLC systems.
• Experience with Metasys building automation software.
• Knowledge of structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using SAP Plant Maintenance (SAP PM).

Additional Information

THE PERKS

• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employees 401k Match
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

THE ENVIRONMENT

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as company issued/approved steel toe shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. as needed in the required areas.
• This role is within a climate-controlled area of thefacility.

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.