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Industrial Maintenance Technician

PPG
Columbia, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 10/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/12/2026

Immediately Hiring!

Industrial Maintenance Technician, Strongsville OH

Starting pay: $33.67-$35.72 based on experience plus a $.65 shift differential.

Sign on bonus: $1000.00

Shift: 2nd 3:00pm – 11:00pm

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate will be required to perform in a multi-craft environment. This position requires strong experience in mechanical, electrical and HVAC fields. Prior experience in manufacturing and plant maintenance is preferred. Thorough knowledge of Industrial production and utility equipment operation is preferred.

As an Industrial Maintenance Technician you will be a crucial part of our operations, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them. Your work will directly affect people's lives!

Primary Responsibilities

· Repair, modify and install equipment to maintain and operate the facility.

· Perform preventative maintenance on belts, piping, filters, mixers, valves, bearings, motors, gear boxes, agitators, dies, extruders, feeders, rolls, drive chains, classifiers, mills, and mechanical seals and pumps.

· Work in confined spaces, on elevated platforms, ladders, scaffolding and roofs.

· Perform all tasks associated with troubleshooting equipment and proof test equipment as necessary to solve problems and pro- actively prevent them.

· Perform all tasks associated with preventive and predictive maintenance programs

· Recognize problems, identify root cause, and develop options to address the root cause within time constraints, and select and implement appropriate solution.

· Accurately maintains records and reports as required

· PLC ladder logic troubleshooting and maintenance of power systems through standard instrumentation.

· Install, test and maintain control devices, pressure-sensing units and flow measuring devices.

· Install, calibrate, test, troubleshoot, and repair Allen Bradley PLCs and install, test and maintain process motor control systems.

· Work from detailed technical documents, blueprints and schematics.

· Basic welding and fabrication

Qualifications

· 3-5 years of commercial or industrial maintenance or related skills preferred.

· HVAC or Electrical experience/background is strongly preferred.

· Possess the ability to troubleshoot and repair various plant production and utility equipment.

· Read and understand prints, CAD drawings and equipment technical manuals.

· Possess strong computer skills.

· Be able to work in an environment where respiratory protective equipment is required.

· Operate various Plant production and utility equipment and associated process control equipment.

· Be flexible with start/quit times, including the ability to work overtime when needed.

· Accept extended and/or weekend schedules if needed.

· Experience using hand tools and power hand tools.

· Ability to read, interpret and understand technical documents and drawings of plant equipment.

· Ability to perform confined space entry, work at heights, lifting, and manual labor.

· Basic PC skills including Microsoft Word and Excel software, CMMS operating systems.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD® 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
 

Salary : $34 - $36

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