Maintenance Mechanic
Full-Time
Portland, Connecticut
01/23/2026
Compensation: 28.00-41.00 / Hourly
Benefit Offered: YES
Our client, a precision aerospace manufacturing company, has an immediate need for an experienced Maintenance Mechanic, to join their winning team in Portland.
Our candidate of choice will be responsible for maintaining production and quality by ensuring the operation of machinery & mechanical equipment used in the Aerospace and Defense industries.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
- Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
- Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
- Assists in installing and relocating shop machinery and equipment
- Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
- Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
- Fabricates repair parts by using instrumentation and equipment.
- Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic devices.
- Experience performing preventative maintenance on shop equipment and machinery.
- Experience completing purchase requisitions and maintaining contact with vendors.
- Equipment Maintenance, Technical Understanding,
- Deals with Uncertainty, Basic Safety, Power Tools, Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Supervision, Job Knowledge, Productivity
Please apply today to be immediately considered for the role!
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