Aerospace Maintenance Specialist 3rd shift

Chromalloy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalloy in New York seeks a Maintenance Specialist to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve production equipment and facility systems to support safe, efficient operations.

This hands-on role minimizes downtime and keeps manufacturing equipment running at peak performance, with a 3rd shift (Mon-Fri 11:00p-7:00a) and a 15% shift differential. Training on 1st shift is required initially.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining industrial equipment in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read schematics, drawings, and prints.
• Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment and facility systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery, pumps, furnaces, vacuum systems, and related equipment.
• Complete overhauls, repairs, inspections, and daily maintenance checks.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and HVAC issues.
• Read sketches and equipment prints; operate maintenance equipment safely.
• Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Job description

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Maintenance Specialist to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you'll maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve production equipment and facility systems to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This hands‑on position is critical to minimizing downtime and keeping manufacturing equipment running at peak performance.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real‑world impact—every day.

Shift: 3rd shift, Monday-Friday 11:00p-7:00a

Union: This position is represented by Local 475.

Shift Differential: 15%

Starting Rate: $33.52/hr

Training: New hires must be available to train on 1st shift, Monday-Friday, 7:00a-3:00p for a minimum of 90 days before transitioning to their regularly assigned shift.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment and facility systems
• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery, pumps, furnaces, vacuum systems, and related equipment
• Complete equipment overhauls, repairs, inspections, and daily maintenance checks
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and HVAC system issues
• Maintain and repair plumbing, dust collection, and building systems
• Support heat treat equipment operation, maintenance, and repairs
• Perform welding and brazing repairs as needed
• Read and work from sketches, schematics, and equipment prints
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and other maintenance equipment as required
• Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Follow all quality, safety, environmental, and company standards

What We’re Looking For

• Experience performing industrial maintenance in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment with minimal supervision
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, sketches, and technical drawings
• Working knowledge of:
• Plumbing systems
• HVAC systems
• Electrical power and controls
• Gas furnaces and heat‑treat equipment
• Vacuum systems
• Dust collection systems
• Carpentry and painting
• Welding and brazing experience
• Understanding of industrial equipment maintenance and repair principles
• Forklift experience preferred
• Comfortable operating a scissor lift
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

Nice to Have

• Experience maintaining heat‑treat or vacuum furnace equipment
• Industrial electrical troubleshooting experience
• Manufacturing maintenance certifications or vocational training
• Experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing environments

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, moving equipment, noise, fumes, and varying temperatures
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and reaching throughout the shift
• Ability to regularly lift and move materials up to 30 pounds
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and other maintenance equipment
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)