Industrial Maintenance Technician Electrical/Extrusion 3rd shift
Cornerstone · Marion, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 11+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 23 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Cornerstone (industrial) in Marion, OH. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, PLC-controlled, and automated manufacturing equipment using a systematic, root-cause approach.
- They ask for
- 11+ years
- Tools it names
- Root cause, PLC, Automation, Welding, Extrusion, EHS / safety
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 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 1861 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Ohio plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 124 other live reliability postings in Ohio.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (11+ vs 4+)
Typical $77k–$107k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 47%
- ✓ PLC 43%
- ✓ Welding 34%
- ✓ Root cause 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Extrusion, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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What You'll Do
- ◆Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, PLC-controlled, and automated manufacturing equipment using a systematic, root-cause approach.
- ◆Troubleshoot PC/PLC sensors, drives, controls, and other industrial systems with precision and efficiency.
- ◆Use electrical schematics, technical documentation and hands-on diagnostic skills to identify problems and restore equipment to operation quickly.
- ◆Respond to equipment issues and minimize production downtime, helping minimize disruptions and maintain plant productivity.
- ◆Perform preventive maintenance on welders, cutting systems, conveyors, automated assembly equipment, and other critical machinery.
- ◆Identify potential problems before they become costly breakdowns.
- ◆Partner with production, engineering, and leadership to improve equipment reliability, safety, and productivity.
- ◆Take ownership of problems from initial troubleshooting through repair and follow-up.
Why Join Us?
Build a Career, Not Just a Job.
responsibilities
and expertise as you grow with the company
What We're Looking For
We’re looking for someone who enjoys figuring things out, takes pride in doing quality work, and wants to be part of a team for the long term.
You should be comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment and performing hands-on maintenance work, including standing, walking, bending, climbing, and safely handling tools and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds . You will be working in a manufacturing environment where noise levels and temperatures may vary depending on the area and specific work being performed.
Your Future Could Be Here
If you’re a maintenance professional who enjoys hands-on troubleshooting, takes pride in solving difficult equipment problems, values stability and long-term career growth, and wants to work for an organization where people retire after decades of service, this is an opportunity to use your skills, keep learning, make a real impact, and build your future right here in Marion, Ohio.
Join us and grow with a team that’s building for the future.
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Job Description
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Build a Career. Stay Close to Home in Marion, Ohio. Grow With Us.
Looking for a maintenance job where your experience matters and you can build a long-term career?
We’re growing in Marion, Ohio , and with several long-term employees retiring, we’re looking for experienced Maintenance Technicians to join our team. With an average tenure of 11 years, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with experienced teammates and grow with an organization that values long-term careers – all close to home !
If you enjoy troubleshooting, solving problems, working with your hands, and seeing the results of your work every day, this could be the career opportunity you’ve been looking for—right here in Marion.
This is a role where you can
- •Build a long-term career close to home in Marion, Ohio
- •Bring forward ideas that improve equipment reliability, safety, maintainability, and plant efficiency
- •Expand your mechanical, electrical, and automation skills
- •Experience the satisfaction of knowing your technical expertise directly affects how well the plant operates and performs
- •Grow your
Job details
3rd Shift 711:00 PM - 7:30 AM Overtime as required
Own Equipment Reliability and Troubleshooting
- •Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automated manufacturing equipment.
- •Troubleshoot PC/PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, drives, and other industrial control systems.
- •Use electrical schematics, technical documentation, and hands-on diagnostic skills to identify root causes and restore equipment to operation.
- •Respond to equipment issues and production downtime with a sense of urgency, helping minimize disruptions and maintain plant productivity.
- •Coordinate with OEM technical support and other resources when additional expertise is needed to complete complex repairs.
- •Take ownership of problems from initial diagnosis through repair, follow-up, and prevention of future failures.
Drive Preventive and Proactive Maintenance
- •Perform preventive maintenance on critical production equipment, including welders, cutting systems, conveyors, and automated assembly equipment.
- •Identify early signs of wear, deterioration, and potential equipment failure before they become larger production issues.
- •Help develop, improve, and execute preventive maintenance procedures and schedules.
- •Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to continuous improvement efforts that strengthen equipment reliability and uptime.
- •Look beyond the immediate repair to identify opportunities to prevent recurring problems.
Make an Impact on Plant Productivity
- •Work closely with production, engineering, and plant leadership to resolve equipment challenges and improve operational performance.
- •Bring forward ideas that improve equipment reliability, safety, maintainability, and overall plant efficiency.
- •Prioritize work based on production needs while maintaining a strong focus on quality and safe work practices.
- •See the direct impact of your technical expertise: when equipment runs better, production performs better.
Maintain a Safe and Organized Workplace
- •Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and established maintenance procedures.
- •Apply lockout/tagout and other safe work practices consistently.
- •Ensure repairs and modifications meet required safety and operational standards.
- •Help maintain an organized, professional work environment where tools, equipment, and workspaces are kept to high standards.
Physical & Work Environment
This is a hands-on, active manufacturing maintenance role , and the physical nature of the work is an important part of the job. Technicians should be prepared to:
- •Stand, walk, bend, climb, and move throughout the facility for extended perio
