Maintenance Mechanic
H.B. Fuller · Chagrin Falls, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at H.B. Fuller (chemicals) in Chagrin Falls, OH. Follow all safety rules, work instructions, and high‑hazard task procedures.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- PLC, Painting / coating, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $54k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 38 live postings that list pay, out of 1903 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 127 other live reliability postings in Ohio.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 4+)
Typical $77k–$107k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 46%
- ✓ PLC 42%
- Welding 34%
- Root cause 25%
- ✓ EHS / safety 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Painting / coating, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: H.B. Fuller in Chagrin Falls
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Full description from H.B. FullerAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Follow all safety rules, work instructions, and high‑hazard task procedures
- ◆Maintain and enhance preventative maintenance programs
- ◆Complete documentation for repairs, purchases, audits, and compliance activities
- ◆Perform electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and utilities maintenance
- ◆Conduct maintenance on production equipment involving chemicals and adhesives
- ◆Diagnose equipment issues and recommend corrective actions
- ◆Install new machinery and support commissioning processes
- ◆Train team members in basic maintenance practices
Requirements
- ✓High school diploma or GED
- ✓5+ years technical training and maintenance experience
- ✓Mechanical troubleshooting skills (pumps, mixers, general machinery)
- ✓Experience with PLC and HMI troubleshooting
- ✓Ability to operate forklifts, lifts, and hoists; ability to work at heights
Requirements
- ✓Ability to read P&IDs and technical drawings
- ✓OSHA 10‑Hour General Industry Training
- ✓Pipefitting experience
- ✓Experience working cross‑functionally with multiple departments
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.
The salary for this role is $32.00 - $36.00+ per hour based on experience.
In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.
H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.
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As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com .
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Chagrin Falls, OH
1st Shift: 6AM-2:30PM, Monday - Friday, Occasional Overtime and Weekends Required
Position Overview
The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is part of the Maintenance Team and reports to the Production Manager. This role supports the plant’s maintenance program by performing routine preventative maintenance, partnering with engineers on project implementation, and ensuring equipment remains in safe and reliable operating condition. The facility produces industrial roofing urethane, asphalt products, and adhesive tape, and the maintenance team will join during a period of rapid growth with opportunities to collaborate across a diverse workforce.
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