Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

Howmet Aerospace in Branford, CT is hiring a highly motivated and energetic candidate to join their maintenance team. The Branford facility focuses on producing jet engine components for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical facility maintenance
• Preventative maintenance (PM)
• Equipment upgrades
• New system installations
• Monitor outside contractor maintenance and new equipment/system installation activities
• Absorb spare component inventories
• Implement TPM initiatives and follow Corporate Environmental Health and Safety programs
• Perform daily inspections on facility equipment and systems
• Inspect and maintain facility dust collection systems
• Inspect and maintain furnace systems
• Inspect and maintain Met Lab equipment
• Inspect and maintain HVAC fan and filter systems
• Inspect and maintain emergency lighting, power cords/strips, and fire extinguishers
• Inspect and maintain part washing systems, air compressors, compressed air dryers, holding tanks, and evaporators
• Locate and rectify equipment issues with maintenance supervision
• Report potential equipment failures and recommend measures for correction and prevention
• Document maintenance and PM actions in the maintenance database
• Develop PM and equipment repair tool kits
• Perform PMs on Low Temp furnace doors and track
• Use a variety of hand and power tools to perform repairs and PMs
• Work with the maintenance team to develop work instructions for standard and non-standard maintenance activities
• (B4’s and JSA’s)
• Assist in furnace surveys, monitor and control thermal couple needs of furnaces, and assist in specified calibration assignments
• Estimate time and materials needed to repair issues/breakdowns
• Recommend changes in PM procedures and practices to reduce equipment downtime

Qualifications

• Minimum Two (2) years of experience in general maintenance with an emphasis on mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience with Environmental Health and Safety training in Lock out/Tagout/Verify, scissor lift certification, NFPA 70E, and electrical
• Plumbing including pipe threading, soldering, and proper use of fittings
• Mechanical skills involving working on motorized equipment and drives, structural assembles and installs
• Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules and procedures, maintenance work instructions, and documented equipment specifications
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to perform basic computer operations in the maintenance database, excel spreadsheets, and Word documents
• Ability to assist in developing and maintaining critical spare parts inventories in the maintenance area
• Follows all established safety requirements while performing maintenance duties and stops to seek help if questions arise

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 25 pounds
• Rarely sitting
• Continual walking, bending, and standing
• Occasional crouching, pushing/pulling carrying, lifting, and climbing
• Ability to operate a scissor lift and boom lift

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM) is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts, and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about our commitment to sustainability, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Equal Opportunity Employer: Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.