Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs in Ohio

Plant Maintenance Technician jobs in Ohio concentrate heavily in automotive manufacturing, food and beverage processing, and chemical production, with the state's deep industrial base generating consistent demand at every level from entry-level maintenance helpers to senior multi-craft technicians. Columbus, Cleveland, and Toledo are the busiest hiring metros, home to major facilities operated by Honda, Procter and Gamble, and Whirlpool. The most in-demand specialties are PLC troubleshooting, hydraulics and pneumatics repair, and preventive maintenance program management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles34
Top employerVestis
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring21
Work type60% Hybrid
Top industryAgriculture

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Fixed Plant Maintenance Tech
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Fixed Plant Maintenance Tech
Rogers Group, Inc.
Batavia, Ohio
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades

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Mfg Plant Maintenance Buyer (Hourly)
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Mfg Plant Maintenance Buyer (Hourly)
Kroger
Springdale, Ohio
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$20.2 - $30.3/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Plant Maintenance Mechanic (Vacancy)
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Plant Maintenance Mechanic (Vacancy)
City of Columbus, OH
Columbus, Ohio
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
$30.7 - $48.7/hr
High school
5,001-10,000

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Maintenance Tech 2 Plant
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Maintenance Tech 2 Plant
Advanced Drainage Systems
Findlay, Ohio
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Maintenance Tech 3 Plant
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Maintenance Tech 3 Plant
Advanced Drainage Systems
Findlay, Ohio
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
5 jobs
Cincinnati
4 jobs
Ashtabula
3 jobs
Cuyahoga Heights
3 jobs
Toledo
2 jobs
Findlay
2 jobs
Athens
1 job
Dayton
1 job
Maumee
1 job

Plant Maintenance Technician Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

Vestis3 open roles
Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District3 open roles
Kettering Health2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Agriculture & Farming

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training in a related field
  • Two or more years of hands-on experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance
  • Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic schematics
  • Proficiency with PLC systems, troubleshooting, and basic programming adjustments
  • Experience performing preventive and predictive maintenance in a production environment
  • Ability to lift heavy equipment and work rotating shifts including nights and weekends

Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a plant maintenance technician in Ohio?

Most plant maintenance technicians in Ohio enter through a combination of a high school diploma and a vocational certificate or associate degree in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or electromechanical technology from a community college such as Columbus State or Sinclair. Ohio does not require a state license for general plant maintenance work, but employers strongly favor candidates who hold NIMS Machining Level I credentials or an electrical apprenticeship certificate through JATC Ohio. Completing a registered apprenticeship through Ohio's ApprenticeOhio program is one of the most direct paths into a full-time role.

Which companies hire plant maintenance technicians in Ohio?

Employers hiring plant maintenance technicians in Ohio right now include Vestis, Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, and Kettering Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's dense concentration of automotive assembly plants, consumer goods facilities, and food processing operations means hiring activity is spread across the state rather than clustered in a single metro.

Which Ohio cities have the most plant maintenance technician jobs?

Columbus, Cincinnati, and Ashtabula account for the largest share of plant maintenance technician openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its expanding logistics and food manufacturing corridors, Cleveland draws demand from its legacy heavy-industry base and medical device manufacturers, and Toledo benefits from the automotive glass and parts production facilities that anchor the northwest Ohio economy.

Are there remote plant maintenance technician jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Plant maintenance technicians work directly with physical equipment on the production floor, making fully remote work uncommon for most positions. About 60% of plant maintenance technician openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve technical training coordination, maintenance planning, or parts procurement roles rather than hands-on repair work.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for a maintenance helper or facilities technician I role at a large Ohio manufacturer while enrolled in or recently graduated from an industrial maintenance program at a community college. Honda Manufacturing of Ohio and Procter and Gamble both run structured on-the-job training programs that pair new hires with experienced technicians. A forklift certification, OSHA 10 card, or completed electrical safety course gives candidates a meaningful edge over applicants with no credentials, and moving laterally from a production operator role within the same facility is another well-worn path.

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

You can find and apply to plant maintenance technician jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your skills and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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