Mechanic Technician

Prysmian; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2000 Retention bonus paid out over 1 

$150 yearly safety shoe allowance

$175 Yearly safety glasses allowance

6% 401K Company Contribution

BC/BS of RI Medical and Vision

Delta Dental of RI

12 paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement up to $2500/year

Job summary

Prysmian in Rhode Island is seeking a Maintenance Technician to inspect, repair, and maintain a variety of plant equipment including electric motors, pumps, boilers, air compressors, and power transmission systems. The role supports safe, reliable plant operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will perform welding, machining, plumbing, and preventive maintenance, read schematics, and coordinate with production and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, industrial/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints/schematics and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, power transfer components, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain plant equipment including motors, pumps, boilers, compressors, and power transmission systems.
• Construct, repair, and maintain facilities and grounds.
• Perform welding, masonry, carpentry, minor machining, and plumbing duties.
• Use test equipment and adjust operations; inspect and set safety switches.
• Check gear meshes, align machinery, and ensure proper operation of gearboxes and engines.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and requisition parts as needed.
• Coordinate with production and engineering for orderly execution of duties.
• Observe all EHS rules and maintain an orderly, safe work area.

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Blueprint reading

Basic Math

Electricity

Cranes

Shop equipment use

Preventive maintenance

Power transfer

Welding

Machining

Plumbing

Fabricating

Schematic diagrams

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in solutions for energy and digital connections, developing resilient, high‑performing, sustainable, and innovative cable systems for the transmission, power grid, electricity and digital solutions. From underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, to medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors, we keep the lights on. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission connecting the world.

With 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 35,000 globally, Prysmian brings unmatched scale, innovation, and expertise to the energy and telecommunications industries.

At Prysmian, your work matters. Wherever you’re based and whatever you do, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact as part of a global team committed to excellence and transforming the world around us.

Shift: Monday through Friday 3pm to 11pm

Benefits & Perks:

• $2000 Retention bonus paid out over 1 year
• $150 yearly safety shoe allowance
• $175 Yearly safety glasses allowance
• 6% 401K Company Contribution
• BC/BS of RI Medical and Vision, effective on your 61st. day of employment
• Delta Dental of RI, effective on your 61st. day of employment
• 12 paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2500/year

Qualifications

• Hydraulics
• Pneumatics
• Blueprint reading
• Basic Math and Electricity
• Cranes
• Boiler, Lubrication, and Filtering Systems
• Plumbing, Pipefitting, Valves and Fabricating
• Schematic diagrams
• Power transfer components
• Use of predictive tools
• Use of all shop equipment including cutting and welding equipment

_High school diploma or equivalent required, industrial/manufacturing experience preferred_

Job Functions

• Inspect, repair, and maintain a variety of plant equipment including electric motors, engines, pumps, boilers, air compressors, emergency systems, power generation systems, chillers, cranes, and power transmission systems.
• Construct, repair, and maintain facilities and grounds.
• Perform welding, masonry, carpentry, minor machining, and plumbing duties.
• Use test equipment and make operating adjustments to a variety of mechanical equipment. Inspect and set safety switches.
• Check and add oil to gearboxes, pumps, and engines, grease bearings and perform other related preventive maintenance work on equipment. Inspect, repair, and maintain all mobile equipment including forklifts, elevated work platforms, carts, and tractors.
• Check for proper gear mesh and proper alignment of machinery using established methods and practices.
• Make visual inspections of plant operations ensuring that operational problems have been located and corrected.
• Requisition of parts and supplies and assist in the maintenance of spare parts inventory.
• Maintained records and prepared regular and special reports on the operation of equipment and systems; took and logged a variety of readings from equipment.
• Supply and maintain all hand tools needed for maintenance function.
• Maintain communications with production, engineering, and other maintenance personnel for orderly execution of duties.
• Observe all EHS rules and procedures.
• Maintain an orderly and clean work area to ensure a desirable and safe working environment. Perform other related duties as per the direction of the Manager.

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected