Facilities Maintenance Technician

AMETEK, Inc.; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Mechanic in Waterbury, CT. This full-time role involves performing routine maintenance and repairs, managing equipment, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Join a supportive environment with great pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent education.
• Preferred safety and manufacturing certifications: forklift, First Aid, CPR, AED.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs for assigned facility.
• Manage and operate Plant wastewater evaporator.
• Follow and complete Preventative Maintenance schedule.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical experience

Using power tools

Plumbing

Painting

Carpentry

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

Location:

Waterbury, CT, US, 06705

Business Unit: Haydon Kerk Pittman

Posting Date: May 23, 2025

Job Description:

Are you an ambitious individual seeking a new and exciting opportunity? Do you want to work in a supportive environment with room to grow? Do you want great pay and benefits while also having a good work/life balance? Then we want YOU!

We have an immediate full-time opening for a Facilities Maintenance Technician. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine semi-skilled work, and general plant and equipment maintenance and repairs for assigned facility location(s).

What you will do:

• Work under general direction with a minimum of supervision
• Responsible for overall facility maintenance tasks inside and outside of the building including cleaning, room setup, and other tasks as assigned.
• Perform a wide range of tasks involved in maintaining general plant, HVAC, electrical and other equipment
• Follow and complete Preventative Maintenance schedule
• Manage, maintain and operate Plant wastewater evaporator
• Manage and maintain Plant Regulated Waste areas
• Coordinate on-call waste disposal: Construction dumpster, scrap metal, hazardous/regulated waste, etc.
• Assist with installing special equipment such as ducts, guards
• Assist with diagnosing and replacing or repair defective parts, troubleshoot
• Maintain plant operating equipment including airlines, tanks, heating plants, HVAC and general utilities distribution equipment
• Maintain records, data, and other pertinent information on repairs of machines
• Maintain company vehicle.
• Maintain supply of belts, hoses, filters, etc. for immediate use.
• Follow all safety regulations
• Maintain personal production and quality standards as determined by supervisor
• Maintain area in a clean and orderly condition
• Perform similar and other related duties as instructed or required
• Follow standard practices and procedures as outlined by policy
• Be available to work both scheduled overtime as well as on-call overtime.

What we are looking for:

• Ability to speak Spanish is not required but preferred.
• High school diploma or GED; 3-5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred safety and manufacturing certifications: forklift, First Aid, CPR, AED.
• Required background and knowledge of general maintenance with mechanical aptitude, as well as some electrical experience and understanding.
• General and basic knowledge of using power tools (drills, hammers, saws), plumbing, painting, and carpentry.

Additional Characteristics:

• This position works as both an individual contributor and in a team environment. Must be able to multitask, prioritize, and communicate effectively between departments and leadership.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergency situations that may arise.
• Must have the ability to fabricate for workstation modifications.
• While performing duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to perform various physical duties such as using hands, reaching, standing, crouching, sitting, climbing, etc.
• This position requires the ability to lift 30-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-30 lbs. frequently, and up to 10 lbs. constantly.
• Ability to hear and see clearly is required to maintain personal and facility safety.
• Good manual dexterity and visual acuity are required.
• This position may be exposed to various industrial cleaning chemicals, oils, and vibrations.

Compensation

Employee Type: Exception Hourly

Salary Minimum: $50,000

Salary Maximum: $70,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 21,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].