Facilities Maintenance Technician Jobs in Ohio
Facilities Maintenance Technician jobs in Ohio are concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where large manufacturing plants, university systems, and commercial real estate portfolios generate consistent demand across HVAC, electrical, and plumbing specialties. Employers like Procter and Gamble, Cleveland Clinic, and Amazon's Ohio fulfillment network maintain substantial facilities teams with openings at every level from entry-level helpers to lead technicians. Ohio's industrial base keeps preventive maintenance and building systems work among the most active hiring categories in the skilled trades. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Custom Packaging Solutions. Designed. Built. Managed.
FCA Packaging creates and manufactures innovative wood packaging solutions. Our builders manufacture wood pallets, boxes, and crates, and we are looking for a Maintenance Technician for our Dayton, OH facility.
Pay: $24–$28/hour
Schedule: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with overtime as needed
Overview:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving production equipment and facility systems to keep our manufacturing operation running safely and efficiently. This position requires hands-on experience with industrial machinery, mechanical systems, power tools, hydraulics, and basic electrical systems.
When maintenance work is not required, this position will assist the production team with manufacturing operations and other facility needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial machinery and production equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life
- Diagnose and repair mechanical issues involving motors, bearings, belts, chains, conveyors, and other machine components
- Work with hydraulic systems and troubleshoot hydraulic components and equipment
- Apply basic electrical knowledge to troubleshoot equipment and identify electrical issues
- Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and effectively
- Build, assemble, modify, and install equipment, fixtures, structures, and other projects as needed
- Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and work to return machines to operation safely and efficiently
- Assist with machine installations, modifications, improvements, and repairs
- Conduct regular facility inspections and identify maintenance, safety, and repair needs
- Perform general building and facility upkeep, including repairs and improvements
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance area and work environment
- Maintain appropriate maintenance records and communicate equipment issues to management
- Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements
- Assist production employees and perform production duties when maintenance work is not required
- Work overtime as needed, particularly during equipment breakdowns or when extended repairs are necessary to return critical machinery to operation
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, or a similar hands-on role
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery
- Working knowledge of hydraulics and mechanical systems
- Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, and other maintenance equipment
- Ability to read and follow equipment manuals, diagrams, drawings, and written instructions
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Ability to diagnose problems and determine appropriate repair solutions
- Ability to work independently while also working effectively with the production team
- Strong attention to safety and detail
- Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime when needed
- Bilingual skills are preferred, but not required
Education and/or Experience
- A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Technical training, vocational education, or certifications in industrial maintenance, electrical, mechanical systems, or a related field are a plus.
- At least 2 years of experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, or a similar hands-on maintenance role is preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and hands-on experience may be considered.
Language Skills
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents, equipment manuals, safety instructions, and maintenance documentation in English.
- Ability to communicate effectively with management and production employees.
- Bilingual skills are preferred, but not required.
- Professional communication is required.
Mathematical Skills
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements.
- Ability to use basic math skills when troubleshooting equipment, measuring materials, and completing maintenance tasks.
Computer Skills
- Basic computer skills are required.
- Ability to enter maintenance information, complete records, and use basic computer systems and software as needed.
Reasoning Ability
- Ability to identify mechanical and equipment problems and determine appropriate solutions.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems independently and make sound decisions in situations where immediate repairs are needed.
- Ability to interpret written instructions, equipment manuals, diagrams, schedules, and verbal directions.
- Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance and facility needs based on safety, production requirements, and urgency.
Physical Demands
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in an environment where frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting are required.
- Ability to work around industrial machinery and manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to work in a variety of positions and safely use hand and power tools.
- Ability to respond to equipment breakdowns and perform hands-on repairs for extended periods when necessary.
FCA Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
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Custom Packaging Solutions. Designed. Built. Managed.
FCA Packaging creates and manufactures innovative wood packaging solutions. Our builders manufacture wood pallets, boxes, and crates, and we are looking for a Maintenance Technician for our Dayton, OH facility.
Pay: $24–$28/hour
Schedule: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with overtime as needed
Overview:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving production equipment and facility systems to keep our manufacturing operation running safely and efficiently. This position requires hands-on experience with industrial machinery, mechanical systems, power tools, hydraulics, and basic electrical systems.
When maintenance work is not required, this position will assist the production team with manufacturing operations and other facility needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial machinery and production equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life
- Diagnose and repair mechanical issues involving motors, bearings, belts, chains, conveyors, and other machine components
- Work with hydraulic systems and troubleshoot hydraulic components and equipment
- Apply basic electrical knowledge to troubleshoot equipment and identify electrical issues
- Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and effectively
- Build, assemble, modify, and install equipment, fixtures, structures, and other projects as needed
- Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and work to return machines to operation safely and efficiently
- Assist with machine installations, modifications, improvements, and repairs
- Conduct regular facility inspections and identify maintenance, safety, and repair needs
- Perform general building and facility upkeep, including repairs and improvements
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance area and work environment
- Maintain appropriate maintenance records and communicate equipment issues to management
- Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements
- Assist production employees and perform production duties when maintenance work is not required
- Work overtime as needed, particularly during equipment breakdowns or when extended repairs are necessary to return critical machinery to operation
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, or a similar hands-on role
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery
- Working knowledge of hydraulics and mechanical systems
- Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, and other maintenance equipment
- Ability to read and follow equipment manuals, diagrams, drawings, and written instructions
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Ability to diagnose problems and determine appropriate repair solutions
- Ability to work independently while also working effectively with the production team
- Strong attention to safety and detail
- Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime when needed
- Bilingual skills are preferred, but not required
Education and/or Experience
- A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Technical training, vocational education, or certifications in industrial maintenance, electrical, mechanical systems, or a related field are a plus.
- At least 2 years of experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, or a similar hands-on maintenance role is preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and hands-on experience may be considered.
Language Skills
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents, equipment manuals, safety instructions, and maintenance documentation in English.
- Ability to communicate effectively with management and production employees.
- Bilingual skills are preferred, but not required.
- Professional communication is required.
Mathematical Skills
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements.
- Ability to use basic math skills when troubleshooting equipment, measuring materials, and completing maintenance tasks.
Computer Skills
- Basic computer skills are required.
- Ability to enter maintenance information, complete records, and use basic computer systems and software as needed.
Reasoning Ability
- Ability to identify mechanical and equipment problems and determine appropriate solutions.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems independently and make sound decisions in situations where immediate repairs are needed.
- Ability to interpret written instructions, equipment manuals, diagrams, schedules, and verbal directions.
- Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance and facility needs based on safety, production requirements, and urgency.
Physical Demands
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in an environment where frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting are required.
- Ability to work around industrial machinery and manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to work in a variety of positions and safely use hand and power tools.
- Ability to respond to equipment breakdowns and perform hands-on repairs for extended periods when necessary.
FCA Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Food & Beverage
- Chemicals & Materials
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in facilities maintenance technician jobs across Ohio.
- Valid EPA Section 608 refrigerant handling certification for HVAC-related maintenance work
- Two or more years of hands-on experience in commercial or industrial building maintenance
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
- Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems for work order tracking
- Ability to read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and equipment service manuals
- Valid Ohio driver's license required for facilities roles covering multiple properties
Facilities Maintenance Technician Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a facilities maintenance technician in Ohio?
Most Ohio employers hire candidates who combine a high school diploma or vocational certificate with hands-on trade experience, though no single statewide license is required for the general role. Completing an apprenticeship or certificate program in HVAC, electrical, or plumbing through an Ohio community college or trade school strengthens candidacy significantly. Earning an EPA Section 608 certification is a practical starting point, since refrigerant handling comes up in most commercial facilities roles and the credential is widely recognized by Ohio employers.
Which companies hire facilities maintenance technicians in Ohio?
Ohio facilities maintenance technician roles are posted by CBRE, Walmart, and Trilogy Health Services and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's dense mix of manufacturing headquarters, large hospital systems, and university campuses means facilities teams at anchor employers tend to hire on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Which Ohio cities have the most facilities maintenance technician jobs?
Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati have the most facilities maintenance technician openings in Ohio. Columbus drives the largest share through its rapidly expanding logistics infrastructure, corporate headquarters, and Ohio State University's sprawling campus operations, while Cleveland and Cincinnati contribute heavily through their hospital systems, manufacturing corridors, and commercial property management firms.
Are there remote facilities maintenance technician jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. About 8% of facilities maintenance technician openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which reflects the fundamentally hands-on nature of the role. The portions of the work most likely to be done off-site are administrative duties like scheduling preventive maintenance, updating work orders in a CMMS, or coordinating vendor contracts.
How can I get hired as a facilities maintenance technician in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a facilities maintenance helper or building engineer assistant role at a large Ohio employer like a hospital system, university, or property management company, where structured on-the-job training is common. Ohio community colleges including Columbus State and Cuyahoga Community College offer maintenance technology certificates that Ohio employers recognize as a substitute for prior experience. Moving laterally from a janitorial, groundskeeping, or warehouse technician position at the same facility is another common route, and obtaining an EPA Section 608 certification before applying gives candidates a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to facilities maintenance technician jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to facilities maintenance technician jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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