Maintenance Technician (Direct Hire) – 1st Shift
Location: Evandale, Ohio 45241
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 6 am to 4 pm. (Working Fridays as needed for overtime)
Compensation: $25-$26 an hour starting pay, Overtime, quarterly and Safety bonus opportunities.
Entry-Level Maintenance Technician (Training Provided)Position Summary
Our client is seeking a motivated and mechanically inclined Entry-Level Maintenance Technician to join their growing manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent technical school or college graduate, or someone with basic mechanical experience who is looking to start a long-term career in industrial maintenance.
No extensive maintenance experience is required—we provide comprehensive on-the-job training. If you enjoy working with your hands, solving mechanical problems, and learning how equipment operates, this is a great opportunity to develop valuable maintenance skills with a stable, family-owned manufacturing company.
As a Maintenance Technician, you will work alongside experienced maintenance professionals to learn preventative maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, and repair of specialized manufacturing equipment while helping keep production running safely and efficiently.
Essential Responsibilities
- Assist with preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
- Learn to troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment under the guidance of experienced technicians.
- Help inspect, maintain, and service production machinery to minimize downtime.
- Assist with replacing chains, belts, bearings, and other mechanical components.
- Learn basic hydraulic system maintenance and repairs.
- Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
- Learn to maintain specialized paper converting and packaging equipment unique to the facility.
- Follow all company safety policies and maintenance procedures.
- Assist with continuous improvement projects to increase equipment reliability.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Equipment You'll Learn to Maintain
- Paper converting machinery
- Packaging equipment
- Production machinery
- Hydraulic systems
- Lathes and related manufacturing equipment
Preferred Qualifications
- Recent graduate from a technical school, trade school, community college, or vocational program in:
- Industrial Maintenance
- Mechatronics
- Mechanical Technology
- Manufacturing Technology
- Automotive Technology
- Diesel Technology
- Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Technology
- OR 1 year of manufacturing, maintenance, automotive, mechanical, or related experience preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial equipment.
- Basic knowledge of hand and power tools.
- Ability to learn troubleshooting and preventative maintenance techniques.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to ask questions.
- Ability to work independently after training and collaborate with a team.
- Reliable attendance and positive attitude.
We're Looking for Someone Who Is
- Eager to learn and grow
- Mechanically inclined
- Dependable and punctual
- Motivated to build a long-term career
- Safety-conscious
- Team-oriented
- Willing to take initiative and learn from experienced technicians
Work Environment
- Manufacturing facility is not climate controlled
- Production areas are warm and dusty
- Air-conditioned maintenance shop
- Steel-toe boots required (company provided)
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
Training Provided
You will receive hands-on training from experienced maintenance professionals, including:
- Preventative maintenance procedures
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Replacing bearings, belts, chains, and other components
- Hydraulic system fundamentals
- Safe equipment operation and repair
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
- Preventative maintenance documentation
- Manufacturing equipment maintenance best practices
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Profit Sharing
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Approximately 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid major holidays
- Company-provided steel-toe boots
- Quarterly bonus opportunities
- Safety bonus program
Why Join Our Client's Team?
- Family-owned and operated company with a strong reputation
- Stable leadership and long-tenured employees
- Comprehensive on-the-job training provided
- Excellent opportunity for recent graduates and entry-level candidates
- Four-day workweek with consistent overtime opportunities
- Competitive pay and bonus programs
- Outstanding benefits package
- Career advancement opportunities into higher-level maintenance roles
- Supportive team environment focused on learning, growth, and long-term success
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Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
