Industrial Mechanic - Level C

Murphy Road Recycling; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

Bonus Potential

Specialized training opportunities

Job summary

Murphy Road Recycling in Berlin, Connecticut is seeking an Industrial Mechanic - Level C to assist in the maintenance of industrial equipment and machinery. The role involves diagnosing mechanical issues, performing repairs, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, proficiency with tools, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position also offers excellent benefits and opportunities for specialized training.

Qualifications

• Able to identify and use hand and power tools correctly and safely.
• Capacity to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on industrial equipment and machinery.
• Assist in diagnosing mechanical issues and making repairs.
• Inspect equipment and identify potential maintenance concerns.

Skills

Hand and power tools usage

Troubleshooting and diagnosing skills

Ability to learn mechanical systems

Self-starter

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Trade school diploma/certificate or associate degree

Job description

Industrial Mechanic - Level C

Murphy Road Recycling

Your Role:

• Assist in performing preventive maintenance on industrial equipment, machinery, and facility systems.
• Help diagnose mechanical issues and perform basic repairs under the guidance of a senior mechanic.
• Inspect equipment and identify potential maintenance concerns.
• Repair and replace worn or damaged components, including bearings, belts, chains, motors, and conveyors.
• Assist with hydraulic and pneumatic system maintenance and repairs.
• Perform basic welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication tasks as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders.
• Operate tools and maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with facility maintenance projects and equipment installations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in emergency repairs and after‑hours maintenance activities when required. Safely and professionally installing, troubleshooting, cleaning, inspecting, and maintaining mechanical equipment throughout the facility.
• Operate other equipment, such as industrial forklifts, man lifts, skid‑steer loaders, and other mobile equipment.
• Work with team members to learn the equipment operation, assist with making repairs, and build troubleshooting skills.
• Follow OSHA and other regulations and procedures.
• Maintains reasonable, regular, punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family Medical Leave Act, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.

Your Skills:

• Able to identify and properly use hand and power tools.
• Be able to learn to operate shop‑powered equipment safely, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic systems/schematics, and relevant large machinery.
• Ability and aptitude to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues.
• Self‑starter who can work in a fast‑paced/ever‑changing environment both individually and alongside a team.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and a trade school diploma/certificate or an associate degree in a related field are required.
• Must have manual dexterity to use hand and power tools correctly and safely.
• Ability to work an 8-12‑hour shift.
• Ability to work overtime and occasional weekend work.
• Good planning and organizational skills.

This Position Features:

• Excellent Benefits and Bonus Potential
• Opportunity for specialized training in welding, electrical troubleshooting, mechanical, and hydraulic repair

Physical Demands:

Listed below are key points regarding the job's environmental demands and work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) as well as be able to reach away from the body, push/pull force, and assume different positions throughout most of the workday.
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more or less than 50 pounds.
• Clarity of vision

Murphy Road Recycling, LLC EEO Statement: The Company is committed to and supports equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants. Equal employment opportunity means equal treatment of employees and applicants without regard to the following legally‑protected characteristics: race, color, religion, creed, sex (gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), veteran status, physical or mental disability status or any other legally‑protected status.