Maintenance Tech
Freudenberg · Lebanon, IN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Freudenberg (industrial) in Lebanon, IN.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 68 other live reliability postings in Indiana.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 52%
- Team leadership 48%
- Welding 39%
- Root cause 22%
- Robotics 20%
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This plant: Freudenberg in Lebanon
4 other open roles at this site.
- Maintenance Technician 1st Shift · Reliability · Technician
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- Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift · Reliability · Technician
- Maintenance Technician · Reliability · Technician
Full description from FreudenbergAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
Perform routine preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure efficient operation.
Assist senior maintenance technicians with repairs, troubleshooting, and installation of machinery.
Follow safety protocols and maintenance procedures to minimize downtime and maintain a safe work environment.
Report and document any issues or malfunctions found during inspections or maintenance tasks.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure tools and equipment are properly organized and maintained
Participate in training and development programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge of maintenance procedures.
Monitor and maintain supplies and spare parts inventory to ensure availability for repair tasks.
Assist with facility maintenance, including basic repairs, cleaning, and upkeep of the building.
Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives related to maintenance processes.
Collaborate with the production team to minimize disruption during maintenance activities and ensure timely resolution of issues.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
2+ years of experience in maintenance or a related field.
Basic knowledge of tools, equipment, and machinery.
Ability to read and follow maintenance manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for minor mechanical or electrical issues.
Proficiency with basic hand tools and equipment.
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