Maintenance Technician - Mentor, OH
STERIS · Mentor, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Medical devices
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at STERIS (medical devices) in Mentor, OH.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- PLC, Robotics, Automation
- 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 $51k–$63k.
Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 139 maintenance technician openings in Ohio, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 146 other live reliability postings in Ohio.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 4+)
Typical $71k–$107k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 45%
- ✓ Team leadership 44%
- Welding 35%
- Root cause 24%
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This plant: STERIS in Mentor
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Full description from STERISAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
The Maintenance Technician II will work under the direct supervision of the Sr. Maintenance Tech, Team Lead, Supervisor, or Manager, providing troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, preventive maintenance, and installation support for new and existing manufacturing equipment, facility equipment, and devices. Provide on-line maintenance support. Maintain all safety standards.
Shift Hours: Friday - Monday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
What You'll do as a Maintenance Technician II
- ◆Maintains and repairs electronic equipment and industrial controls following blueprints and manufacturers' specifications, and using hand tools and test instruments.
- ◆Replaces defective components and wiring and adjusts mechanical parts using the appropriate hand tools. Aligns, adjusts and calibrates equipment according to specifications.
- ◆Tests faulty equipment and applies knowledge of functional operations and electronic units and systems to diagnosis cause of malfunction.
- ◆Converses with equipment operators to troubleshoot problems with equipment before breakdown and to determine if breakdown is due to human error or a mechanical problem.
- ◆Maintains and operates low-pressure steam boiler and air compressors.
- ◆Maintains maintenance records as required.
- ◆Ensures one’s safety and the safety of others while maintaining and repairing the equipment.
- ◆Ensures that the premises are clean and orderly.
- ◆Suggests ways and methods to improve the quality of products and services offered.
- ◆Ensures that health and safety instructions and policies established by the organization are respected and applied while executing his tasks.
Required
- ✓High School Diploma or GED.
- ✓2-5 years of related work experience (Automatic packaging equipment, electrical, mechanical and electronics).
- ✓2 years of experience in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and robotic systems.
- ✓2 years of experience in using various hand tools.
- ✓2 years of experience in production equipment maintenance.
requirements
of Operations.
- ✓Reading, writing, and basic math skills required.
- ✓Demonstrated ability to work effectively and react appropriately with shifting priorities and rapid change.
- ✓Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
- ✓Manual skills and precision.
- ✓Good communication skills.
- ✓Physical strength.
- ✓Time and priority management.
- ✓Ability to make recommendations.
What STERIS Offers
We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.
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Preferred
- +Vocational/Technical Certification in automation and manufacturing equipment repair and maintenance.
Other
- •Ability to perform tasks requiring several physical movements (kneeling, bending, throwing, etc.)
- •Ability to read/understand blueprints, equipment manuals, and industrial standards.
- •Demonstrated skill set to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electro-mechanical and mechanical production equipment, including basic PLC troubleshooting, in order to support the
Here is just a brief overview of what we offer
- •Market Competitive Pay
- •Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidays
- •Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits
- •Long/Short Term disability coverage
- •401(k) with company match
- •Maternity & Paternal Leave
- •Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
- •Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs
- •Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career
Pay range for this opportunity is $25.44 - $32.92. This position is eligible for bonus participation.
Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.
STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits
Open until position is filled.