Facilities/Machine Maintenance Technician (Electro-Mechanical)
Microbest, Inc. · Waterbury, CT · 3 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Description
The Facilities/Machine Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility infrastructure and support systems in a manufacturing environment along with servicing inoperative machines and performing preventative measures to ensure reliability. This role requires demonstrated electro-mechanical or mechanical experience and the ability to work safely with electrical and mechanical systems. This is not a general labor or basic maintenance position. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing facility systems rather than routine machine cleaning, fluid changes, or light bulb replacement.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair facility electrical systems, including but not limited to motors, compressors, and support equipment
- Replace and wire electric motors, ensuring proper polarity, phase, and rotation
- Diagnose and replace high-voltage fuses, breakers, and related components after demonstrated competency
- Identify root causes of blown fuses or electrical faults in compressors and other facility systems
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
- Use electrical test equipment (multimeters, clamp meters, etc.) safely and accurately
- Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repair on facility equipment such as: Air compressors, Pumps, Computer Numerical Controlled machines (CNC machines) and the components therein
- Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Work in compliance with OSHA and company safety standards
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Properly document repairs and maintenance activities
Requirements
- Electro-mechanical or mechanical maintenance experience is required
- Proven ability to: Perform mechanical repairs, Diagnose electrical failures in electrical systems, Perform low to mid-level electrical repairs
- Working knowledge of electrical safety standards
- Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Making manufacturing or industrial facility maintenance experience
- Formal training or certification in: Electrical systems, Industrial maintenance, Electro-mechanical technology
- Experience with compressors, HVAC, and building systems
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work in mechanical rooms
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work in varying temperatures and industrial environments
Work Environment
- Manufacturing facility
- Exposure to electrical systems, mechanical equipment, and moving machinery
- PPE required as appropriate
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Paid time off
EEO
The company is an equal opportunity employer.