Maintenance Operations Technician

Location: Stratford, CT

Pay: $30–$35/hr.

Schedule: Multiple shifts available

Experience: 3–5 years preferred

Overtime: Available, including weekends during busy season

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Operations Technician with a strong background in industrial manufacturing equipment maintenance and mechanical repair. This is a hands-on maintenance role supporting production equipment, machinery, electrical systems, and related industrial equipment.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a manufacturing environment such as food & beverage, medical manufacturing, high-precision manufacturing, or heavy equipment manufacturing.

Schedule

• 2 Morning Shift openings: 3:30 AM – 1:00 PM
• 1 Afternoon Shift opening: 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM
• 8.5-hour shifts with a 30-minute lunch
• Overtime available based on business needs
• Weekend work may be required during busy periods

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of industrial production equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical equipment issues and determine appropriate repairs.
• Disassemble machinery and repair or replace defective components.
• Maintain and repair motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, fans, and other mechanical equipment.
• Perform electrical repairs and installations as needed.
• Clean, lubricate, adjust, and inspect machinery and equipment.
• Start up and operate production equipment and lines.
• Inspect completed repairs to ensure equipment is operating safely and properly.
• Identify and address unsafe equipment or working conditions.
• Maintain inventory of parts, equipment, and supplies.
• Order replacement parts with management approval.
• Support production and maintenance teams during equipment issues or emergencies.
• Assist skilled trades personnel and maintenance apprentices as needed.
• Follow OSHA, GMP, HACCP, SQF, food safety, and other applicable safety requirements.
• Participate in safety meetings, training, and hazard assessments.
• Support special maintenance projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance/mechanical experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience maintaining and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting/repair experience or electrical license.
• PLC, low-voltage, and industrial controls knowledge.
• Welding experience.
• Forklift certification.
• Equipment manufacturer certifications.
• Industrial building/equipment maintenance experience.
• Experience with motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, fans, and similar equipment.

Ideal Industry Background

Candidates with maintenance mechanic experience in the following environments are encouraged to apply:

• Food & Beverage Manufacturing
• Medical/Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• High-Precision Manufacturing
• Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
• Industrial Production

Please note: This position is primarily focused on industrial machinery and production equipment maintenance. We are not seeking HVAC technicians or general facilities maintenance professionals whose experience is primarily building/HVAC focused.

What We're Looking For

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Professional communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Basic computer, email, and phone skills
• Commitment to workplace and equipment safety

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, and pull.
• Frequently lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift/move up to 75 lbs.
• Work primarily indoors, with occasional outdoor activities.
• Comfortable working around moderate to loud noise.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments.
• Ability to wear required PPE and protective clothing.
• Schedule may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on business needs.

If you have strong hands-on industrial maintenance experience and enjoy troubleshooting and repairing production machinery, we'd like to hear from you.