What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Mechanic position at JC MECTEC?
Company Description
JC Mectec is your reliable maintenance and metal fabrication partner based in Bridgeport, CT. We provide customized maintenance solutions and metal fabrication services to meet our partner's needs. Our team conducts thorough examinations to pinpoint issues and save valuable time and money while delivering personalized and comprehensive service.
Role Summary
The Industrial Mechanic Technician keeps production moving by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment on site at client facilities. This role blends hands-on mechanical and electrical skill with sharp problem-solving instincts to minimize downtime and keep operations safe and efficient.
Technicians perform routine preventive maintenance, respond to equipment failures, and support improvement projects that boost reliability and throughput. The work often involves diagnosing issues with conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and facility systems.
Essential Duties
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Troubleshoot production equipment by identifying faults, analyzing root causes, and applying effective solutions to restore functionality and minimize downtime.
- Respond quickly to equipment failures, diagnose root causes, and implement lasting solutions.
- Partner closely with production teams to resolve equipment concerns and maintain workflow.
- Document maintenance activities, parts usage, and repairs in alignment with JC Mectec and our customers standards.
- Recommend improvements that enhance reliability, efficiency, or safety.
- Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all JC Mectec and/or customer safety protocols.
- Identify potential hazards and communicate concerns promptly.
- Support inspections, audits, and equipment verifications as needed.
- Stay current on machinery updates, new technologies, and modern maintenance techniques.
- Participate in required certifications and skill-building opportunities .
Requirements
- 3 years experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical repair, or similar fields
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Ability to read schematics, technical manuals, and equipment diagrams.
- Skilled at troubleshooting and solving problems under time pressure.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree is a plus
- Certifications: OSHA 10, Industrial Maintenance, HAZWOPER, Lockout Tagout, or First Aid are a plus (or willingness to earn them).
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Standing and walking for extended periods
- Bending, climbing, kneeling, and reaching as needed
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Exposure to noise, fumes, chemicals, and welding environment
Schedule & Compensation
- Shift: 2nd or 3rd Shift
- Expected hours: 40-50 per week
- Pay: Hourly, $25.00 - $32.00
- Benefits: Sick time, Retirement Savings, PPE, and Training
Work Setting
- Manufacturing and production facility
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- Industrial Mechanic : 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- OSHA 10 (Preferred)
- LOTO Training (Preferred)
- Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training (Preferred)
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- New Milford, CT 06776 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $32