Facilities Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the repair, upkeep, and preventative maintenance of machinery, equipment, and facility systems in a manufacturing environment. This role ensures production equipment operates safely and efficiently to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations. The Maintenance Technician must be skilled in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

This will be a 2nd shift role. 3pm-11:30pm Mon-Fri

Start Date will be in January, 2026

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on production machinery, tools, and facility systems (e.g., HVAC, compressors, electrical panels).
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues using diagnostic tools and schematics.
• Repair or replace defective components, including motors, bearings, belts, sensors, pumps, valves, and wiring.
• Perform welding, fabrication, or machining when necessary for equipment repair or modification.

• Execute scheduled PM tasks according to maintenance schedules and manufacturer specifications.
• Document all maintenance and service activities accurately in maintenance logs or CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Identify trends in equipment failure and recommend long‑term solutions.

• Support building and utility maintenance including lighting, plumbing, HVAC, and safety systems.
• Respond promptly to facility maintenance requests and ensure safety compliance.
• Assist in plant or equipment upgrades, installations, and relocations.

• Follow all OSHA safety regulations and company safety procedures during maintenance activities.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures must be followed during repair or servicing of machinery.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including maintenance shop and spare parts inventory.
• Report unsafe conditions, worn equipment, or potential hazards immediately.

• Provide input for equipment upgrades and improvements to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action teams to eliminate chronic maintenance issues.
• Support kaizen, 5S, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives within the maintenance function.

• Skilled in delivering clear instructions, providing constructive feedback and documenting information accurately.

• Strong presentation skills with attention to flow, clarity and visual storytelling with presentation tools.

• CMMS System experience.

• Proficient in troubleshooting analysis.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, multimeters, PLCs, and other diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems is a plus.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Prolonged standing, climbing, bending, and working in tight spaces.
• Comfortable working at heights or in varying temperatures depending on facility conditions.

• Low to moderate noise level office within a manufacturing facility.
• Ability to work well with others, on one‑on‑one, remote, via video and phone.
• Ability to work independently.

Westfall‑Technik is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, Team Member activities and general treatment during employment.

Maintenance Technician
• Ansonia, CT, United States