Maintenance Technician Jobs in Essex, CT

A Maintenance Technician in the manufacturing industry is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of machinery and equipment. They perform routine checks, diagnose faults, undertake repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and disruptions to production processes. They may also assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and provide technical assistance to other staff. They often work in collaboration with other technicians, engineers, and production personnel.

Key skills for this role include mechanical and electrical aptitude, problem-solving capabilities, and a keen attention to detail. A strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems is also beneficial. They should possess the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals. Certain certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or relevant trade certifications may be required. Prior roles a person might have before progressing to a Maintenance Technician include Maintenance Assistant, Production Operator, or an Apprentice in a relevant trade such as Electrician or Mechanic.

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General labor /Yard maintenance worker

  • Mystic, CT (22 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mystic, CT (22 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Part time job offered working at homeowners home. We offer light yardwork to some painting. Helping someone with a disability and in a wheelchair. Can not do it myself anymore so I need someone...

Maintenance Technician III

  • Middletown, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Middletown, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 4 days ago

MINIMUM EDUCATION High School Diploma or GED required Certificates in Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics, electrical or mechanical trade or related area and an associate degree in a related area preferred...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Preston, CT (24 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Preston, CT (24 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Bring your mechanic know-how, and we'll teach you how to apply it to our bottling and packaging equipment!...

Quality Engineering Technician

  • Groton, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Groton, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Country United States of America State / County Connecticut City Groton Division Structurals Company Groton Function Quality Workplace Type On-Site Position type Full Time Opportunity ID 17596...

Maintenance Technician I

  • Middletown, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Middletown, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Maintenance Technician I FedEx - 3.5 Middletown, CT Job Details Full-time $22.83 - $35.60 an hour 10 hours ago Qualifications Bilingual Military Microsoft Office High school diploma or GED Electrical...

Quality Engineering Technician

  • Groton, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Groton, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Quality Engineering Technician This is an amazing opportunity for someone who is hands-on with a passion for quality and engineering to join an established and growing company! The Quality...

Facilities Technician 3rd Shift

  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities: Repairs and maintains, (in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturer's rmendations) production machines, conveyor systems and equipment, using hand tools...

Field Inspector (Compliance/Maintenance Specialist II or III)

  • Meriden, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 12 days ago

Compliance Maintenance Specialist II: This is a supportive and technical role ideal for candidates with foundational experience. Responsibilities include inspecting site development projects,...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Hebron, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hebron, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 14 days ago

TRAINING: Completion of Altium Industrial Maintenance Technician I training....

Manufacturing Rework Technician- 2nd shift

  • Groton, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 16 days ago
  • Groton, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 16 days ago

Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment...

Mechanic Technician II (2nd shift)

  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 22 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 22 days ago

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Repairs and maintains, (in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturers recommendations) production machines, conveyor systems and...

Maintenance Electrician/Electrical Maintenance Engineer

  • Wallingford, CT (22 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 23 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (22 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 23 days ago

Maintenance Electrician/Electrical Maintenance Engineer Required Starting ASAP on-going Monday to Friday, 40hrs 25ph via umbrella (No CIS/LTD) Static, based in Wallingford OX11 Requirements: Must...

Maintenance Technician 3

  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 25 days ago

Maintenance Technician 3 GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation Location Norwich Posted date 2 days ago Minimum level N/A Employment type Full-time Job category Other Job Description Summary Job Description...

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician III

  • Mystic, CT (22 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 26 days ago
  • Mystic, CT (22 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 26 days ago

A Day in the Life In this exciting role as Maintenance Technician III at our Mystic, CT site, you will be primarily responsible for equipment repair for chemical processing....

Technician I

  • North Haven, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 28 days ago
  • North Haven, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 28 days ago

Use required measurement devices such as calipers, VMM, or micrometer. Technically support an area. Typical Mental and Physical Demands: Spend most of the day walking or standing....

Demographic Data for Essex, CT

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Essex, CT

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Essex, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Essex, CT
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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