CNC Maintenance Mechanic II

Software Placement Group; Portland (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a highly skilled CNC Maintenance Mechanic II for its Portland, CT facility. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC machinery and production equipment to ensure reliable operation and quality performance.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, interpreting drawings and manuals, repairing electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, coordinating with vendors, and documenting activities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on CNC troubleshooting experience.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on manufacturing machinery.
• Ability to read technical drawings, equipment manuals, diagrams, and engineering specifications.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostics.
• Experience coordinating with vendors and service providers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Good communication with production personnel; safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair CNC machinery and related systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
• Read and interpret equipment diagrams, manuals, and specifications.
• Identify problems using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Dismantle, inspect, and replace defective parts with tools and hoists/cranes.
• Adjust and calibrate components for proper operation.
• Assist with installation and relocation of shop machinery.
• Fabricate repair parts as needed using shop tools.
• Coordinate with vendors for complex repairs and parts.
• Maintain inventories and document maintenance activities.
• Help reduce downtime by sharing maintenance practices with production.

Skills

CNC troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Reading schematics

Precision measuring

Preventive maintenance

Vendor coordination

Safety practices

Communication

Education

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision instruments

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Location: Portland, CT | Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Overview

An established manufacturer serving the aerospace and defense industries is seeking an experienced CNC Maintenance Mechanic II to support production and quality in its Portland, Connecticut facility. This role ensures the reliable operation of CNC machinery, production equipment, and mechanical systems through troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, equipment repair, and vendor coordination.

What you'll do

• Troubleshoot and repair CNC machinery, including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on production machinery, motors, conveyor systems, pneumatic tools, and related equipment.
• Read and interpret equipment diagrams, technical drawings, operating manuals, manufacturer instructions, and engineering specifications to diagnose and resolve malfunctions.
• Identify equipment problems through operational observation and use of precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Dismantle equipment, inspect components, and remove or replace defective parts using hand tools, power tools, hoists, and cranes.
• Adjust, align, and calibrate equipment components and control instruments to support proper operation.
• Assist with installation and relocation of shop machinery and equipment.
• Fabricate repair parts as needed using appropriate shop equipment and tools.
• Coordinate with vendors and outside service providers for complex repairs, replacement parts, and technical support.
• Maintain equipment, parts, and supply inventories; prepare purchase requisitions, expedite orders, and verify deliveries.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and preventive maintenance work.
• Help reduce downtime by communicating routine maintenance practices to production employees and monitoring compliance.
• Support facility maintenance and follow established safety procedures during all maintenance activities.

Required qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience troubleshooting CNC machinery.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment systems.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on manufacturing machinery and shop equipment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, equipment manuals, diagrams, and engineering specifications.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
• Experience preparing purchase requisitions and coordinating with equipment vendors and service providers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize maintenance needs and communicate effectively with production personnel.
• Commitment to safe work practices and reliable equipment operation.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience maintaining equipment in an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience installing, relocating, aligning, or calibrating production machinery.
• Experience fabricating replacement or repair components.

Why this role

This position supports production and quality by ensuring the reliable operation of CNC machinery, production equipment, and mechanical systems within an organization serving the aerospace and defense industries.