Maintenance Technician

LyondellBasell · Perrysburg, OH

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Level: Technician
Team: Reliability
Experience asked: 18+ years
Industry: Chemicals
Posted: 3 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at LyondellBasell (chemicals) in Perrysburg, OH.

They ask for: 18+ years
Tools it names: PLC
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 Ohio: typical posted base $58k–$75k.

Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 176 maintenance technician openings in Ohio, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 183 other live reliability postings in Ohio.

Base pay: Not listed in this posting
Experience asked: More than usual (18+ vs 4+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ PLC 45%
Team leadership 42%
Welding 34%
Root cause 23%

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

It asks for 18+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coveragePromotion path mentionedLifts up to 50 lbs

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This plant: LyondellBasell in Perrysburg

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requirements

resulting in zero safety violations. This includes participating in all safety related activities such as safety talks, behavioral based safety observations, audits, etc.

✓Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
✓Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production.
✓Operate with a flexible work schedule including off shifts and in on-call situations.
✓Analyze operating processes to help maximize efficiency and assist with maintaining efficient machine operations.
✓Troubleshoot manufacturing issues within the process or facility.
✓Maintain a clean work environment.

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LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

Candidates will be performing preventative and reactive maintenance on mixing machines. Majority of the work orders will be mechanical repairs, but the candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting PLC's and electrical up to 480V. Responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety standards.

A Day in the Life

•Comply with all safety

You Bring This Value

•Experience working in a similar capacity at a manufacturing or production facility
•Experience working with PLC, hydraulics, pneumatics, etc.
•Ability to read blueprints and schematics
•Proficient knowledge of preventative maintenance practices
•Ability to work overtime or weekends on short notice as needed
•Ability to apply basic mathematics skills
•Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
•Ability to work proactively and support other personnel and departments.
•Possess a professional attitude
•Ability to multitask and utilize the time available to organize and complete work within given deadlines

Work Environment and Physical Demands

•Stand on feet for 8-12 hours
•Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
•Ability to work with fiberglass among other potentially hazardous materials
•Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required
•Ability to work in moderate noise level atmosphere

Why LYB?

Benefits starting day one

•Choice of Preferred Provider or Consumer Driven Medical Plan including Prescription Drug Coverage
•Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Program
•401(k) Plan with Company Match of 6%
•Retirement (Pension) Plan
•Flexible Spending Accounts
•Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance
•Employee Stock Purchase Plan
•Vacation and Holidays
•Educational Assistance

Why LYB?

•Safety focused organization
•Grow personally and professionally
•Work with others to develop innovative solutions

Competencies

Build Partnerships

Deliver Results

Drive Innovation

Grow Capabilities

Promote Inclusion

Motivational Fit

Technical Skills

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