Maintenance Operator

Maintenance Operator
Our team in East Hartford, CT currently has an opening for a Maintenance Operator
YOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repair, recondition and install lubrication equipment at customer sites and internally when required.
• Required to use ladders and other equipment to repair or replace internal and external equipment.
• Reads and interprets directions from the Equipment Manager and determines the best course of action.
• Utilize and maintain equipment work order program.
• Maintain and track equipment inventory.
• Work closely with customers, sales representatives and internal employees to solve equipment related issues.
• Ensure work space is clean and orderly complying with safety regulations.
• Install, maintain and troubleshoot bulk monitoring hardware.
• Operate service vehicle safely and in accordance with traffic laws.
• Listens to customer complaints and inform the appropriate department of the complaint.
• Provide reports and job costing for equipment repairs and installations when appropriate.
• Wears the proper safety gear. § Work with local contractors or other internal technicians to complete installations and repairs.
• Contact customers to troubleshoot equipment related issues.
• Required to punch in and out for schedule and work in agreement with the employee handbook.

The following duties may apply depending on the work area:

• Maintenance personnel are required to perform all functions of plant maintenance.
• They are primarily responsible for the production equipment and preventive maintenance.
• Maintenance personnel maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve the processes related to the mechanical function of equipment.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Performs a variety of tasks, including painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and to troubleshoot, repair and replace parts in equipment.
• Technicians will also perform tests, inspections and preventive maintenance of facility equipment such as pumps and piping with minimal supervision.
• Continually monitor machinery and make necessary adjustment(s) to ensure proper operation.
• Perform all levels of welding and mechanical repairs to industrial machinery present in material recovery facilities (MRF).
• Repair and possible fabrication of conveyors and component parts.
• Proper use of all welding and cutting equipment related to all phases of metal fabrication and repair.
• Repair company equipment in a safe, timely, cost effective and practical manner.
• Perform general housekeeping and maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Company and OSHA standards.
• Complete all paperwork and/or electronic updates as required.
• Regular use of heavy industrial shop tools and equipment such as power tools, welder, general hand tools
• Work with outside contractors that supplement our internal maintenance plan.
• Professional interaction with internal and external customers.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.

YOUR PROFILE
Education:

• High School Diploma and/or General Education Diploma (GED), and/or 3-4 years if related experience.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manual.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

OUR OFFER

• We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Competitive pay and incentives.
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k).

INTERESTED?
We look forward receiving your application.
Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift

Ability to Relocate:

• East Hartford, CT 06108: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person