Equipment Maintenance Tech III, 2nd Shift

COV Covidien LP; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Medtronic in North Haven, CT, is seeking a maintenance technician to perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and improvements across a range of manufacturing systems. This full-time, onsite role operates on a 2nd shift (M-F 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM) and involves collaboration with engineers and production teams to maximize equipment performance while upholding quality and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of related experience, be proficient with electrical

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of related work experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and preventive maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing equipment used in medical device production.
• Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and repair or replace components across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, hydraulic, and electronic systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Troubleshoot machine controllers, electrical systems, PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, vacuum pumps, and other automated systems.
• Document maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment history in maintenance logs and CMMS.
• Support equipment upgrades, process improvements, and reliability initiatives with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 22 Sep 2026 Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the Life

In this role, you'll perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and equipment improvements across a variety of manufacturing systems. You'll collaborate with engineers, production teams, and fellow technicians to maximize equipment performance while supporting Medtronic's commitment to quality, safety, and operational excellence. This is a fully onsite position, at our North Haven site, working a 2nd shift schedule (M-F 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM).

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing equipment used in medical device production.
• Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and repair or replace mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, hydraulic, and electronic components.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot machine controllers, electrical systems, PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, vacuum pumps, and other automated manufacturing systems.
• Utilize technical drawings, electrical schematics, diagrams, specifications, manuals, and work instructions to complete repairs and maintenance activities.
• Operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, testing instruments, and diagnostic equipment safely and effectively.
• Accurately document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and equipment history in maintenance management systems and repair logs.
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to support equipment upgrades, process improvements, and reliability initiatives.
• Assist with redesigning or modifying mechanical, electrical, electronic, optical, or vacuum systems for integration into existing manufacturing equipment.
• Support equipment installations, commissioning, validations, and continuous improvement projects.
• Estimate labor, materials, and equipment needs for maintenance projects and prepare requisitions when needed.
• Maintain compliance with Medtronic quality standards, regulatory requirements, and safety procedures.
• Contribute ideas that improve equipment performance, manufacturing efficiency, and overall operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting and repairing automated manufacturing equipment in a production environment.
• Working knowledge of machine controllers, PLCs, robotics, electrical systems, vacuum pumps, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Experience diagnosing electrical, mechanical, and control system failures.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Experience supporting equipment process improvements, machine modifications, and reliability initiatives.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and preventive maintenance programs.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment such as medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8C.F.R. §214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H‑1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long‑term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$59,200.00 - $88,800.00
• This position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Operations Incentive Plan (OIP).
• The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California.
• The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location.
• Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
• Health, Dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability leave
• Dependent daycare spending account
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Simple Steps (global well‑being program)
• Incentive plans
• 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
• Short‑term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Non‑qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
• Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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