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General Maintenance Technician - 2nd & 3rd Shift

Carlisle Brake & Friction Inc · Medina, OH

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Experience asked
3+ years
Industry
Industrial
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A technician-level reliability role at Carlisle Brake & Friction Inc (industrial) in Medina, OH. Assist with the maintenance and cleaning of dust collection equipment.

They ask for
3+ years
Tools it names
5S, TPM, Root cause, Welding

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in Ohio: typical posted base $58k–$75k.

Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 202 maintenance technician openings in Ohio, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 211 other live reliability postings in Ohio.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $71k–$107k, from 10 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (3+ vs 4+)

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • PLC 49%
  • ✓ Team leadership 42%
  • ✓ Welding 34%
  • ✓ Root cause 22%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for 5S, TPM, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Lifts up to 50 lbs

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This plant: Carlisle Brake & Friction Inc in Medina

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responsibilities

to ensure machines and equipment don’t develop faults when in operation. Candidate will have experience in maintenance and competent troubleshooting skills in power transmission, electrical, hydraulics and pneumatics. Individual must be a motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and/or in a cross-functional work team environment. Individual must possess strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities.

responsibilities

are expected to be performed satisfactorily with supervision in a training status:

Specific Duties

· Ensure that safety standards are maintained while performing duties

· Perform minor to moderate repairs on Facilities, equipment, safety repairs/improvements, facility fans, housekeeping, etc.

· Troubleshoot and fix minor wiring (120vac), repair leaky pipes, and service heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) units (e.g., swapping air filters).

· Conduct scheduled inspections of safety systems (e.g., fire alarms, emergency lighting) and mechanical equipment to prevent major breakdowns.

· Submit reports on work activities and progress of work to the supervisor

· Identify root cause of equipment failures and suggest preventive actions

· Identify and order machine components and materials required to complete any given job

· Accurately estimate time required to complete any given job

· Interface with our computerized maintenance management system to retrieve work orders, manage part inventory, and record closing information

· Trash pick-up and disposal

· Floor cleaning including operation of rider floor sweeper and scrubber

· Clean up spills as needed

· Collection and disposal of waste oil and water

· Assist with the maintenance and cleaning of dust collection equipment

· Participate in 5S/TPM improvements

· Handle interior and exterior painting, drywall patching, and basic groundskeeping or snow removal.

Requirements

Basic

Qualifications

· Ability to lift 50 lbs, work on ladders and lifts

· Ability to work any shift and overtime as needed

· Minimum 0-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with Proven hands-on experience with general repairs, often learned through on-the-job training, apprenticeships, or vocational programs.

· a strong working knowledge of mechanical power transmission, hydraulics and pneumatics, lubrication practices and other PDM practices

· Technical Skills: Proficiency in using standard hand tools, power tools, testing devices, welding and sheet metal repairs.

· Must possess strong communication skills, analytical abilities, and the ability to multi-task

· Problem-Solving: The ability to diagnose problems quickly and determine when a repair requires a licensed specialist (e.g., certified electrician or plumber).

Preferred Qualifications

· Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Understands how to prioritize and meet deadlines

· Experience in general industrial cleaning and painting skills

· Tow Motor certification

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