Maintenance technician

Maintenance Technician



Location: Toledo, OH

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000



Pay: $39.35/hr. starting rate plus shift differential.

Shift Differential:

• 8-hour: 2nd shift +$1.00/hr., 3rd shift +$1.25/hr.
• 12-hour: Day shift +$1.00/hr., Night shift +$1.50/hr.

Shifts: Standard schedule includes 11 days on / 3 days off, with 12-hour shifts on weekends.

• 2nd Shift: 2:00pm-10:30pm
• 3rd Shift: 10:00pm-6:30am
  Overtime and weekend work may be required. Training will begin on 1st shift for a minimum of 2 weeks.

What We Offer

• $39.35/hr. starting pay plus shift premiums
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and 13 paid holidays
• Annual performance bonus
• Fitness reimbursement
• Employee battery program
• PPE, uniforms, and safety shoes provided
• Recognition programs

Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment including conveyors, robotics, and electrical systems
• Diagnose issues, replace or repair parts, and make adjustments to minimize downtime
• Work with 120, 208, and 480 VAC circuits, PLC hardware, ladder logic, and motor controls (VFDs, soft starts)
• Operate shop tools such as lathe, milling machine, drill press, grinder, and power saws as needed
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections to ensure equipment reliability
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Adhere to safety protocols including PPE requirements and LOTO procedures

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of industrial maintenance experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong mechanical and electrical repair skills
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems (480v), and preventative maintenance in a manufacturing setting
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, equipment manuals, and work orders
• PLC troubleshooting experience preferred but not required
• Commitment to teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement

About the Plant


Our Toledo, Ohio fully integrated plant is the largest Clarios facility, opened in 1981. With more than 610 employees, we manufacture batteries used in automotive and marine applications. The plant operates six days per week and is actively involved in the local community, supporting organizations like United Way, Habitat for Humanity, Cherry Street Mission, and Ronald McDonald House.



Equal Employment Opportunity


Clarios is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.


If you require accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact [Clarios HR/recruiting email or phone].



Additional Information

• Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check, physical, and drug screen.
• Proof of employment eligibility required.
• This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials-setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios-where your power meets endless possibilities.



Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion-where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.


We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing [email protected] . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report . We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.



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