Top 55 Skilled maintenance specialist Jobs in Columbus

Automation Controls Specialist
MES Inc. —Lockbourne, OH
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- System design
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Customer Relationship Specialist
Vertiv —Westerville, OH
- Weekends as needed
- High school
- 5 years
- Mid-level
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Facilities Specialist
Wayfair —Columbus, OH
- $28 - $30 an hour
- Overtime
- System design
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
PMO Governance Specialist
ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. —Lewis Center, OH
- Monday to Friday
- Remote
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
- Business Administration
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Inhalation Technician Specialist
Battelle —West Jefferson, OH
- $59,500 - $83,300 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
11d
Membership Concierge II
Life Time —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- 1 year
Industrial Engineer
Meridian Services Group —Columbus, OH
- $90 - $105 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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13d
Ford/Lincoln Transmission Specialist
Bob-Boyd Lincoln —Columbus, OH
- $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Dealership
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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4d
Racking Maintenance & Repair Supervisor
Apollo Retail —Columbus, OH
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Business Process Red Team Operator
JPMorganChase —Columbus, OH
- $156,750 - $260,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Research
- Windows
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Operating Engineer 2
US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- Online Application
- Heavy lifting
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Location Manager (Branch Manager)
R-Pro Insulation —Pickerington, OH
- Construction site
- Inventory management
- 5 years
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Membership Concierge
Life Time —Dublin, OH
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- 1 year
10d
Medical Imaging Field Engineer - Columbus, OH
Siemens Healthineers —Columbus, OH
- $50,210 - $69,036 a year
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Fall 2026 Co-op
Kokosing Inc —Westerville, OH
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Residential
- Construction experience
- Mileage reimbursement
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Park Specialist - Laborer (PT)
City of Westerville, OH —Westerville, OH
- $18.86 an hour
- Part-time
- Sanitation
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Activities Manager
Optalis Health and Rehabilitation —Columbus, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Skilled nursing facility
- Inventory management
- English
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3d
Critical Infrastructure Learning Specialist
Per Scholas —Columbus, OH
- $26 - $29 an hour
- Classroom
- Google Workspace
- Public speaking
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
Industrial Equipment Installation & Maintenance Specialist
EZ Automation —Columbus, OH
- $30 - $45 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- English
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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Foreman - Data Center
CBRE —New Albany, OH
- $40 - $48 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Customer service
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance

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Automation Controls Specialist

MES Inc.
Lockbourne, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $85,000 a year

Qualifications

Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Machine operation
Electrical schematic reading and interpretation
Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
Mechanical drawings
Continuous improvement
Ethernet
Electrical layout diagram interpretation
PLC networking
Manufacturing company experience
Mechanical troubleshooting
E & I

Full Job Description

Job description:

Automation Controls Specialist

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Automation Controls Specialist with strong process engineering and mechanical systems expertise to support the design, programming, optimization, troubleshooting, and maintenance of automated manufacturing and industrial processes. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, industrial controls, mechanical equipment, and process improvement methodologies to enhance production efficiency, reliability, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

PLC Programming & Automation

· Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs for automated production equipment.

· Configure and maintain HMI and SCADA systems.

· Integrate sensors, drives, motion control systems, and industrial communication networks.

· Perform commissioning, startup, and validation of new automation systems.

· Maintain PLC documentation, backups, and control narratives.

· Support troubleshooting of electrical and control system failures.

Process Engineering

· Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

· Optimize cycle times, throughput, quality, and equipment performance.

· Develop and implement process control strategies.

· Conduct root cause analysis for production issues and equipment downtime.

· Create standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation.

· Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

Mechanical Systems Support

· Troubleshoot mechanical equipment including conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

· Collaborate with maintenance teams to resolve equipment reliability issues.

· Review mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment specifications.

· Assist with equipment upgrades, installations, and preventative maintenance programs.

· Evaluate mechanical system performance and recommend improvements.

Project Management

· Participate in automation and capital improvement projects.

· Coordinate with production, maintenance, engineering, and external vendors.

· Manage project timelines, budgets, and technical deliverables.

· Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Required

· Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.

· 3+ years of PLC programming experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

· Experience with PLC platforms such as:

o Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley

o Siemens

o Schneider Electric

o Mitsubishi Electric

· Knowledge of industrial networks including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, and DeviceNet.

· Strong understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and process equipment.

· Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and P&IDs.

Preferred

· Experience with SCADA systems and industrial databases.

· Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

· Experience with robotics, servo systems, and motion control.

· Professional Engineering (PE) license or relevant automation certifications.

· Experience in food processing, chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, automotive, or manufacturing industries.

Technical Skills

· PLC Programming (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block)

· HMI/SCADA Development

· Process Optimization

· Root Cause Analysis

· Mechanical Troubleshooting

· Electrical Controls

· Industrial Networking

· Preventive Maintenance

· Project Management

· Continuous Improvement

Key Competencies

· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

· Excellent communication and teamwork skills

· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

· Detail-oriented with strong documentation practices

· Commitment to safety and operational excellence

Work Location: In person

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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