Entry-Level Production Line Maintenance Tech

Paraco Gas Corp; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Paraco Gas Corp in Waterbury, CT is hiring a Maintenance Technician I to keep our production line and facility running safely and reliably. You will perform mechanical and basic electrical repairs, read manuals and schematics, and coordinate with the Maintenance Manager.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; trade school experience preferred. Ability to lift 75 lbs, work overtime/weekends, and hold a valid driver's license. LP gas systems knowledge is a plus; training provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Trade School, Vocational Training, and prior industrial experience are preferred.
• Mechanical and basic electrical skills are needed to troubleshoot and repair production equipment.
• Knowledge of LP gas systems is a plus.
• Driver's license is preferred. E1 or E2 license is a plus.
• Must be able to work the shift and overtime/weekends as needed.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters and gauges.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret machine manuals, blueprints, electrical and air logic schematics.
• Perform mechanical and basic electrical repairs on production equipment.
• Provide scheduled and unscheduled repairs of production equipment and plant systems.
• Perform welding, fabrication, cutting, lubrication, pneumatics, hydraulics, rigging, and power transmission repairs as needed.
• Use plumbing, pipefitting and carpentry skills to repair facility equipment/systems.
• Communicate effectively with production staff and management about equipment issues.
• Adhere to PPE and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Reading schematics

Communication

PPE/LOTO compliance

LP gas system knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Paraco Gas Corp in Waterbury, CT is hiring a Maintenance Technician I to keep our production line and facility running safely and reliably. You will perform mechanical and basic electrical repairs, read manuals and schematics, and coordinate with the Maintenance Manager.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; trade school experience preferred. Ability to lift 75 lbs, work overtime/weekends, and hold a valid driver's license. LP gas systems knowledge is a plus; training provided.