Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs in Ohio

Electrical Maintenance Technician jobs in Ohio are active across the state's deep base of manufacturing, food processing, automotive assembly, and utilities, with openings at every level from entry-level apprentice to senior industrial electrician. The heaviest hiring concentrations are in Columbus, Cleveland, and Dayton, where employers like Honda, Procter and Gamble, and FirstEnergy maintain large ongoing operations. The most in-demand specialties include PLC programming and troubleshooting, preventive maintenance program management, and high-voltage industrial systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top employerCleveland-Cliffs
Top cityCleveland, OH
Cities hiring20
Work type71% On-site
Top industryAutomotive

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North Star BlueScope Steel
EAF Electrical Maintenance Technician
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EAF Electrical Maintenance Technician
North Star BlueScope Steel
Delta, Ohio
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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Charter Manufacturing
Electrical Maintenance Technician
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Electrical Maintenance Technician
Charter Manufacturing
Cuyahoga Heights, Ohio
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District
Plant Maintenance Manager I – Electrical and Instrumentation
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Plant Maintenance Manager I – Electrical and Instrumentation
Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District
Cuyahoga Heights, Ohio
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
$73k - $91k/yr
Hybrid
Associate's degree in engineering
501-1,000

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Electrical Maintenance Technician
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Electrical Maintenance Technician
Akron Canton Airport
North Canton, Ohio
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
$27 - $29/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Stark State College of Technology
Electrical and Building Automation Maintenance Technician
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Electrical and Building Automation Maintenance Technician
Stark State College of Technology
North Canton, Ohio
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
$57k - $74k/yr
Associate's degree in industrial technology
501-1,000

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Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cleveland
4 jobs
Columbus
3 jobs
North Canton
2 jobs
Cuyahoga Heights
2 jobs
Avon
1 job
Clyde
1 job
Delta
1 job
Shreve
1 job
Toledo
1 job

Electrical Maintenance Technician Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Cleveland-Cliffs
Cleveland-Cliffs3 open roles
Centor
Centor1 open role
D
DBO1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical maintenance technician jobs across Ohio.

  • State Tested Technician (STT) or Journeyman Electrician license recognized in Ohio preferred or required
  • Associate degree or vocational certificate in industrial electricity, electromechanical technology, or related field
  • Hands-on experience with PLCs, VFDs, and industrial control systems in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical diagrams
  • Experience performing preventive and predictive maintenance in a high-volume production setting
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 general industry certification and familiarity with lockout/tagout procedures

Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a electrical maintenance technician in Ohio?

The most direct path in Ohio is completing an associate degree or certificate in industrial electricity or electromechanical technology at a community college like Columbus State or Sinclair, then entering the field as a maintenance helper or apprentice. Ohio does not require a single mandatory state license for all industrial maintenance technicians, but many employers expect candidates to hold or be working toward an Ohio Electrical Contractor or Journeyman Electrician credential issued through the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board.

How much do electrical maintenance technicians make in Ohio?

Electrical maintenance technicians in Ohio earn a median of about $62,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $39,630 for the lowest 10% to over $89,280 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire electrical maintenance technicians in Ohio?

Employers hiring electrical maintenance technicians in Ohio right now include Cleveland-Cliffs, Centor, and DBO, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's manufacturing-heavy economy means consistent openings across automotive plants, food and beverage facilities, and large utilities operating throughout the state.

Which Ohio cities have the most electrical maintenance technician jobs?

Cleveland, Columbus, and North Canton have the most electrical maintenance technician openings in Ohio. Columbus anchors demand through its growing logistics and food processing sectors, Cleveland draws heavily from legacy industrial and energy employers, and Dayton's concentration of aerospace suppliers and defense manufacturers keeps a steady pipeline of maintenance roles open throughout the metro and surrounding communities.

Are there remote electrical maintenance technician jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Electrical maintenance technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical equipment, so most roles require on-site presence. About 29% of electrical maintenance technician openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve technical support, remote monitoring of building management systems, or field service coordination rather than direct equipment maintenance.

How can I get hired as a electrical maintenance technician in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is applying for a maintenance technician helper, facilities assistant, or production technician role at a large Ohio manufacturer while enrolled in or recently completing a certificate program at a school like Tri-C, Sinclair Community College, or Columbus State. Honda, Procter and Gamble, and Amazon fulfillment centers in Ohio regularly hire candidates from vocational backgrounds into structured on-the-job training programs. Earning an OSHA 10 card and basic PLC coursework before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over other entry-level applicants.

Where can I find and apply to electrical maintenance technician jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to electrical maintenance technician jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer without any intermediate steps.

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