Maintenance Mechanic: Hands-On Repair & Welding

Oldcastle APG, Inc.; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Oldcastle APG, Inc. is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform preventive maintenance and repair on production equipment, heavy trucks, and specialized machines. The role requires reading instructions, diagnosing issues, and using hand and power tools to restore operation.

You will work with the maintenance team to replace faulty components, test electrical systems, and ensure safe, reliable performance under varying conditions. The position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical or vocational certification preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and operations manuals and follow step by step instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude is essential.
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, mechanics, electricity, carpentry or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, adjust, and repair production equipment, heavy trucks and special purpose machines as assigned.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools to repair, grease, weld, cut, change parts and complete tasks as assigned.
• Weld and use cutting torch as required.
• Perform general repairs to plant structures.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Test and troubleshoot malfunctioning machinery, discuss with Head Mechanic for approval and repair as needed.
• Replace faulty parts, electrical wires, motors, controls and circuit boards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational certification

Tools

Hydraulics

Electrical knowledge

Mechanics

Carpentry

Job description

Oldcastle APG, Inc. is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform preventive maintenance and repair on production equipment, heavy trucks, and specialized machines. The role requires reading instructions, diagnosing issues, and using hand and power tools to restore operation.

You will work with the maintenance team to replace faulty components, test electrical systems, and ensure safe, reliable performance under varying conditions. The position offers competitive pay and benefits.