Aerospace Maintenance Specialist 3rd shift

Chromalloy; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalloy in the United States is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This hands-on role minimizes downtime and keeps equipment running at peak performance. Training begins on 1st shift for 90 days, then transitions to the 3rd shift.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking) is required.
• Ability to read schematics, sketches and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and related systems.
• Read sketches, schematics, and equipment prints.
• Operate forklifts and other maintenance equipment.
• Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

English fluency

Reading schematics

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Plumbing systems

HVAC systems

Electrical power & controls

Gas furnaces & heat-treat equipment

Vacuum systems

Dust collection systems

Carpentry and painting

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
• Must be fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• 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
• High School diploma or GED required

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)