Maintenance Technician

Westaff is Hiring for a Maintenance Technician in Shelton, CT!

Shift: Night Shift, 3:30pm - 12am 

Pay Rate: $26.00 - $30.00 an hour, depending on experience

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities:

• Performs facility-related duties and record keeping as required.


• Installs and repairs of leaking pipes, clogged pipes and air lines, etc., as well as electrical and lighting fixtures.


• Performs light welding and carpentry duties.


• Performs seasonal duties regarding grounds keeping, including snow removal.


• Maintains and installs facility-related equipment, such as compressors, tower water systems, heating and A/C system, elevators, lifts, exhaust fan units.


• Maintains and installs production-related equipment, such as tow motors, grinders, dust collectors, stretch wrap machines, gantries, trolleys, and hoists.


• Maintains company vehicles.


• Carries beeper for 24-hour access in case of emergency maintenance of air compressors, boiler, and furnace; on-call for seven-day period on a six-week rotating basis; may have to work a holiday if down time provided; must be able to work occasional overtime.


• Must maintain regular and consistent attendance.

Maintenance Technician Qualifications:

• Minimum of eight years of related experience and/or training.


• Certificates in welding, boiler repair, electronics, auto repair, and related fields a plus.


• Must possess and maintain a CT driver’s license.


• Ability to communicate one-on-one and in groups, complete task sheets, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).


• Ability to understand instructions and troubleshoot problems.


• Ability to work independently from blueprints, work orders, and schematics.


• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide in all units of measure. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance.


• Knowledge of auto mechanics. Ability to operate a plow truck. Ability to perform occasional work from ladders at heights above 10'.


• Ability to use electronic testing equipment and meters.


• Computer experience is a plus.

Apply Today to the Maintenance Technician Position for Immediate Consideration!