Entry Level Maintenance

Triple Cities Metal Finishing • Binghamton, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Triple Cities Metal Finishing is seeking a motivated individual for an entry-level maintenance role. The dual-purpose position maintains the mechanical integrity of metal finishing equipment and manages water treatment processes needed for environmental compliance. It is hands-on, with a significant portion of the workday spent on the production floor.

The role includes monitoring and testing the wastewater treatment system, managing treatment chemicals and sludge, and performing preventative maintenance and basic repairs on plating lines and related equipment. The employee also identifies and reports safety hazards, follows Lockout/Tagout procedures, and uses the company ERP system to record work orders and parts usage. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The offered wage is $17.50–$18.50 per hour, depending on the selected candidate’s experience.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, bend, kneel, and climb as needed.
• Strong understanding of plumbing systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the wastewater treatment system daily to confirm pumps, filters, and chemical feeds are functioning correctly.
• Conduct routine water sampling and testing, including pH levels, metal concentrations, and chemical residuals, to maintain environmental compliance.
• Safely handle, mix, and replenish treatment chemicals, and maintain accurate logs of chemical usage and inventory levels.
• Operate filter presses and manage collection and labeling of hazardous waste containers in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on plating lines, including cleaning tanks, inspecting heaters, and lubricating moving parts.
• Assist senior maintenance staff with basic plumbing, electrical troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs to pumps, valves, and ventilation systems.
• Identify and report workplace hazards, including pinch points, chemical leaks, and faulty equipment.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Use the company ERP system to log completed work orders and track parts usage.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary insurance benefits, including disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and life insurance
• Free on-site fountain soda machine

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed