Electrician/Maintenance 3rd Shift

PPG Industries • Cleveland, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrician/Maintenance technician repairs, constructs, installs, and maintains electrical systems and equipment in a manufacturing environment. The role also performs general facilities maintenance, helps commission new equipment, and supports efforts to improve equipment reliability and facilities repairs. This position is based in Cleveland, Ohio, and is scheduled for the third shift, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Starting pay is $39.28 per hour plus a $0.80 shift premium.

The technician performs routine inspections and preventive maintenance on industrial machinery, diagnoses electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, and completes repairs. The role requires reading technical documents and blueprints, maintaining accurate maintenance records, following safety procedures including PPE and lockout/tagout, and communicating with production team members. The technician also operates material-handling equipment and maintains clean work areas, including the maintenance shop.

PPG describes its purpose as helping customers enhance surfaces through innovation, sustainability, and color. Its stated values emphasize customer focus, purposeful and agile action, operational excellence, competitive drive, safety, integrity, and valuing diverse perspectives. PPG states that it uses AI to make hiring more efficient, but AI tools do not make hiring decisions. It is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for candidates with disabilities. Benefits and insurance coverage vary by location and are governed by applicable plan documents; benefits will be discussed during the hiring process.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience as an industrial electrical maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency using diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to work overtime if required.
• Experience operating a forklift, scissor lift, and Skytrax safely and efficiently.
• Experience working around high voltage.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency in completing tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Journeyman Electrical Certification is a plus but not required.
• PLC experience is desired.
• Experience with VFD installation and setup is desired.

Responsibilities

• Repair, construct, install, and maintain electrical systems and equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on industrial machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic issues and implement repairs.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to reduce equipment failures and extend machinery life.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report equipment status.
• Comply with safety regulations and company policies, including PPE and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement efforts in facilities repairs.
• Safely operate a forklift, scissor lift, and Skytrax.
• Perform general facilities maintenance work.
• Communicate effectively with production team members and maintain clean work areas, including the maintenance shop.

Benefits

• PPG states that employee benefits programs are designed to support employee health and well-being; specific benefits are discussed during the hiring process and vary by location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed