Maintenance Mechanic/Plumber 1st Shift (onsite)

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic/Plumber for the 1st shift onsite. You will install, repair and maintain piping and pump systems in an industrial facility, ensuring adherence to plumbing codes and safety standards.

The role requires a HS diploma and 2+ years of industrial plumbing experience, plus a CT P2/P1 license. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent with 2+ years plumbing experience in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• P2 or P1 CT State plumbing license required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair piping, fixtures and equipment for domestic water, wastewater, sanitary and gas systems per codes.
• Perform preventive maintenance on facility plumbing equipment.
• Install, troubleshoot, rebuild and repair various pump systems including centrifugal and air diaphragm pumps.
• Plan and execute facility renovation projects related to plumbing trade.
• Assist other trades with complex repairs and material handling.

Skills

Industrial plumbing

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent + 2+ years plumbing experience

Tools

Boom and scissor lifts

Forklifts

Backflow testing (CT)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-C ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG C Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

About Pratt & Whitney

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

We have an immediate need for a Maintenance Mechanic/Plumber 1st shift. (onsite).

What You Will Do

• Install, maintain and repair piping, fixtures, and equipment for domestic water, wastewater, sanitary and gas systems according to specifications or plumbing codes pertaining to the mechanical trade of plumbing.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks for facility equipment related to the plumbing trade.
• Install, trouble shoot, rebuild, and repair various pump systems.
• Must have experience with centrifugal and air diaphragm pumps.
• Plan/execute facility renovation projects related to the plumbing trade.
• Assist other trades with complex facility repair, including material rigging and some sheet metal fabrication.
• Working in an industrial facility setting, can prioritize work and respond to facility and customer needs in a professional manner.
• May be required to train for, obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within trade specialization.

Qualifications

You Must Have

• HS Diploma or equivalent 2+ years of experience plumbing within industrial/Commercial/Manufacturing.
• P2 or P1 CT State plumbing license.

Qualifications we prefer

• Experience with boom and scissor lifts.
• Experience with Forklifts.
• CT State Backflow Prevention Device Testing Certification.

Role Type

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Benefits

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• flexible work schedules
• employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• parental leave
• paid time off
• holidays.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

Application Window

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

EEO & Inclusion

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.