Hamilton Connections is seeking candidates for a facilities technician position at a manufacturing company in New Milford CT. This is a direct-hire opportunity.
The facilities technician performs facility maintenance, machine setups, janitorial, material-handling duties, and provide flexible support to manufacturing operations as required.
The hours are 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The salary is $25-$30 an hour.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead service repairs of facility, machinery, and equipment
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment and processes
- Through expertise and outside help, lead and direct others in repair, setup, modifications and/or addition of any other machinery
- Perform general facility maintenance tasks such as repairs, equipment setup, and preventive maintenance
- Maintain and service all maintenance equipment, tools and machinery
- Use basic hand and power tools
- Provide assistance to manufacturing personnel as needed during busy periods or special projects
- Support the team for changing over and/or setting up the complex manufacturing equipment
- Support material movement, staging, or light production-related tasks
- Support continuous improvement and general shop needs as assigned
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the facility, including production areas, storage areas, and common spaces
- Remove and dispose of cardboard, scrap wood, and other waste materials
- Monitor, maintain, and arrange service for dumpsters and recycling containers
- Perform routine cleaning and upkeep tasks to support a safe working environment
- Responsible for ordering required equipment, tools, machinery and supplies
- Maintain all maintenance records, receipts and contact information
- Perform minor electrical repairs (i.e., replace recepticales, light switches, fuses, etc.)
- Responsible for maintaining alarm system
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies
- Report maintenance issues or safety concerns promptly
- Be an active change agent within the safety committee – lead the team on implementation of safety improvements
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in good condition
- Other duties as assigned to support facility and operations needs
Job Requirements:
- 2+ years of prior facilities, maintenance, or shop experience
- Strong background in industrial electrical
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machine maintenance
- Ability to perform basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, heating, cooling, installations, repairs
- Comfortable using hand tools and power tools
- Ability to perform physical work, including heavy lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
- Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team
- Good communication skills and a positive attitude
- Able to drive forklift and operate crane once trained
- Able to use aerial lift once trained
- Able to climb ladders and maneuver through tight area.
- Able to move large items such as furniture and equipment frequently
- Desire to utilize PPE, harness/fall arrest system, and other safety devices as provided and required
- Able and willing to work overtime to meet business needs
- Able to pass pre-employment screenings
- Must be U.S. citizen
