Skilled Equipment Maintenance Technician

Toyota North America · Troy, MO

Level: Technician
Team: Reliability
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 3+ years
Industry: Automotive
Posted: 8 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Toyota North America (automotive) in Troy, MO. Write, program, troubleshoot, modify, and/or repair programmable logic controllers, CNC machines, robotics, and other electronic equipment.

They ask for: 3+ years · degree required
Tools it names: PLC, Robotics, Automation, CNC, Tooling
Day to day: some off-shift / weekend coverage · relocation help

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 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 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Missouri plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 46 other live reliability postings in Missouri.

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

Skills these teams ask for most

Team leadership 64%
✓ PLC 55%
Welding 36%
EHS / safety 26%

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

Off-shift / weekend coverageTraining programPromotion path mentionedRelocation help

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How to get in at this plant

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Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Toyota North America
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Overview

Who we are

Toyota Manufacturing is looking to develop new innovative solutions to support the future of mobility, and values being a member of a local and global community. We offer an inclusive team environment that values “respect for people” and we are a company with a rich history and an exciting future to pursue your professional dreams. Along with great pay, amazing benefits, and a stable work environment – Toyota Manufacturing has it all.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Missouri is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Skilled Equipment Maintenance Technician. The primary responsibility of this role is to perform routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections on various types of equipment, which helps to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.

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What we offer

•Starting hourly rate of $36.00 - $48.95
•$1.50/HR shift premium (for PM Shift and Weekend Shift)
•Hiring for the following shifts only:
•Shift hours for Monday through Thursday: 8:00 pm - 6:30 am
•Shift hours for Friday through Sunday: 6:00 pm - 6:30 am
•Quarterly attendance bonus

What you’ll be doing

Skilled Equipment Maintenance Technicians support the production, quality, cost, and safety goals of the manufacturing operation and plant facilities. All skilled personnel are responsible for preventive maintenance, process and equipment improvements, and effective troubleshooting. These

include

•Test and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment or systems. (Involving circuits, relay logic, wiring, motors, servo drives, etc.)
•Fabricate and machine components to repair jigs, fixtures, and parts (metal, plastic, and wood) for projects, equipment repair, maintenance work orders, and machine modifications
•Write, program, troubleshoot, modify, and/or repair programmable logic controllers, CNC machines, robotics, and other electronic equipment
•Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical equipment and machine components
•Perform basic administrative skills including documentation of work performed by written/electronic methods
•Ability to problem solve and continuously improve safety, quality, and productivity

What you bring

•Education & experience: An associate’s degree in industrial automation or a related field OR 3+ years of hands-on industrial equipment maintenance experience.
•Similar military hands-on experience that includes some electrical principles while installing, maintaining and/or troubleshooting equipment on a regular basis.
•Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge
•Technical knowledge and hands-on experience in industrial electrical and mechanical systems, including PLCs and high-voltage (480V+) systems; conveyor systems with belt and chain maintenance; hydraulics and pneumatics; motion and motor control; industrial sensors and photo eyes; and electrical components such as relays and power supplies.
•Demonstrated success in troubleshooting and problem solving
•Available to work any shift including overtime, holidays, weekends, and shutdowns

Added bonus if you have

•Documentation of any state Journeyman’s Electrical License current or expired
•Experience working with and/or repairing Robotics

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

•A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
•Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
•Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
•Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
•Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
•Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
•Paid holidays and paid time off
•Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
•Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
•Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

If you have a question or need assistance, email talent.acquisition@toyota.com