Maintenance Technician - Level 1
About The Position
Zendex Tool Corp. is hiring a Maintenance Technician Level 1 to keep its production floor running in its Danbury, Connecticut manufacturing facility. The technician will own the preventive maintenance program, respond to equipment breakdowns, and work with production teams and other departments to keep machines and equipment operating smoothly. The position also includes general facility maintenance and coordination with outside service providers when repairs exceed the technician’s skills or are not safe to perform internally. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., with two paid 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch. Average overtime is 3–4 or more hours per week. Compensation is $18.00–$25.00 per hour, depending on experience, with the higher end of the range for candidates with CNC, hydraulic, or industrial electrical troubleshooting experience.
Requirements
- Mechanical aptitude and a hands-on approach to problem solving.
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures and read basic equipment documentation.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Clear communication skills in English are a plus.
- Manufacturing experience is a plus; back-of-house restaurant experience is also welcome.
Nice To Haves
- CNC troubleshooting experience.
- Hydraulic troubleshooting experience.
- Industrial electrical troubleshooting experience.
- Manufacturing experience.
- Back-of-house restaurant experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment, including CNC lathes, CNC machining centers and mills, press brakes, laser cutters, band saws, shot blasters, iron workers, compressors, catalytic ovens, forklifts, and conveyors.
- Inspect and replace coolant, lubricants, and filters according to the maintenance schedule.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and logs.
- Follow safety regulations and company maintenance protocols.
- Help develop and refine preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and perform an initial diagnosis to identify likely causes.
- Repair equipment issues when they are within the technician’s skills and safe to perform.
- Contact and coordinate outside experts, including OEM service providers, technicians, and vendors, when needed; provide fault details, alarm codes, and machine information, and serve as the on-site contact.
- Communicate repair status and expected downtime to production and management, and help prioritize repairs to minimize impact.
- Document the root cause, repair actions, parts used, and downtime for every breakdown, and recommend ways to prevent recurring issues.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system issues.
- Perform minor repairs and coordinate major repairs with external service providers.
- Work with production teams to reduce downtime and improve equipment efficiency.
- Perform general facility maintenance as needed, including HVAC, ventilation, plumbing, and minor electrical work.
- Work with the supply chain team to maintain appropriate stock of maintenance supplies, tools, and critical spare parts.
- Keep the maintenance room organized and in good working order.
Benefits
- 401(k) with 5% employer match.
- Annual performance bonus.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid sick time.
- Paid time off for medical appointments.
- Two paid 15-minute breaks.
- A safe, friendly, team-oriented work environment.
- Overtime pay in addition to base pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
