Maintenance Technician

Our client, a leading specialty chemical manufacturing company, is looking to hire a Maintenance Technician in Danbury, CT.

Pay Rate Range: $55,000 - $70,000/year, depending on experience

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift Options:

• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM (Additional shift differential included)
• 3rd Shift: Sunday - Friday, 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM (Additional shift differential included)

Responsibilities:

• Assist with general maintenance, pipe cutting, preassembly, and installation of plumbing systems and components.
• Monitor production management systems to determine equipment operational status and identify system malfunctions.
• Build, test, troubleshoot, repair, design, and modify production equipment related to plumbing systems.
• Install, repair, and maintain chilled water, steam, heat, water, gas, drainage, sewage, and other industrial plumbing systems.
• Maintain and repair pumps, boilers, heaters, valves, traps, backflow prevention devices, and other plumbing components.
• Assist with the installation, repair, and replacement of hot and cold water lines and building heating systems.
• Operate pipe-cutting and plumbing tools, including reamers, threading equipment, sewer tapes, pipe cutters, snakes, and other applicable hand tools.
• Operate machine tools to fabricate parts and components when required.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance of building systems and equipment.
• Operate forklifts and other heavy machinery as needed.
• Maintain accurate equipment operational status records, maintenance logs, and documentation.
• Maintain proper care, safety, and maintenance of equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
• Stay current with technological developments, equipment, and systems related to the position.
• Perform additional maintenance and job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3 years of directly related maintenance experience required.
• A related higher degree, technical certification, or plumbing-related license may substitute for experience.
• Hands-on experience with plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Knowledge of HVAC system maintenance and repair.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment, including pumps, boilers, heaters, valves, and other plumbing components.
• Ability to test, maintain, modify, and troubleshoot engineering equipment and industrial systems.
• Ability to assist with building and testing engineering or technical systems and components.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions, equipment manuals, specifications, and related documentation.
• Ability to accurately document equipment status and prepare reports containing technical information.
• Proficiency using hand and power tools applicable to industrial maintenance and plumbing.
• Knowledge of equipment, supplies, ordering, and inventory control.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other heavy machinery is preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a chemical manufacturing environment.

ABOUT US:

PrideNow is Pride Global's light industrial staffing organization, a distinguished division within the Pride Global umbrella.

Aligned with the overarching mission of Pride Global, we specialize in delivering top-tier human resources and workforce solutions to the light industrial industry. Leveraging the strength of our global network, PrideNow is dedicated to empowering diversity, ensuring compliance, and driving unparalleled success for businesses. As part of the Pride Global family, we bring forth a commitment to excellence and a comprehensive approach to meeting the unique staffing needs of our clients worldwide. Welcome to PrideNow, where our local expertise seamlessly integrates into the global excellence of Pride Global, shaping a future of dynamic workforce solutions.

BENEFITS DISCLOSURE:

Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - offer eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

EEO STATEMENT:

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

Fair Chance Employment:

PrideGlobal and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations:

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates:

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.