Entry Level Maintenance Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Shift Hours: 2:00pm to 10:30pm Monday to Friday

Job Summary:

• This is an entry level maintenance mechanic position. Responsibilities include: Under supervision of higher-level mechanic, have the ability to learn proper troubleshooting and repairing of equipment associated in production in a timely manner as well as the maintenance of all building support equipment, including but not limited to air, water, steam, hydraulic, refrigeration, and electric systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Properly troubleshoot and repair all equipment associated with in the production facility, in a timely manner with supervision
• Perform preventative maintenance on all production, and warehouse equipment;
• Properly perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, welding, and plumbing duties as required;
• Rebuild/replace equipment as needed, including but not limited to pumps, gear boxes, bearings, bushings, chains, bundler headers, conveyors, etc.
• Complete assigned work orders by their required due dates;
• Complete assigned housekeeping duties as required;
• Communicate to Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager of any condition that prevents the manufacture of product to established standards;
• Work in a safe manner, in compliance with Company, State and Federal GMP's, SOP's and company Policy and Procedures;
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies, as needed;
• Possess own basic hand tools necessary to perform the requirements of the position;
• Work effectively as part of a team and display a positive attitude;
• Other duties assigned

• Education and Experience:  

  • Must take in house mechanical aptitude test.
  • Basic math and reading skills;
  • Ability to work independently or in a group/team atmosphere;
  • Good organizational and time management skills.

   Other Information/Physical Requirements (if needed)

  • Communication:
  • Required to talk and hear
  • Visual: Ability to read small print (manuals)
  • Dexterity:
  • Ability to use hand and fingers to perform tasks
  • Ability to perform tasks while lying on back /side
  • Ability to perform tasks on knees and in awkward positions
  • Ability to perform tasks in limited access areas as well as cramped, awkward and confined spaces.
  • Standing: Long periods of time. (4 - 6 hours)
  • Sitting: Infrequently.
  • Walking: Occasionally for short periods.
  • Climbing: Frequently - work must be performed while standing on ladders
  • Squatting / Crouching: Frequently
  • Use of Hands / Wrists / Arms: Frequently.
  • Twisting of wrists: Frequently.
  • Lifting: Light (< 30 lbs. frequently, > 30 lbs. occasionally).
  • Carrying: Light (30-50 lbs.) frequently, distance 30 yards.
  • Pushing/Pulling: Under 75 lbs. without assistance frequently.
  • Pushing/Pulling: Over 75 lbs. with assistance occasionally.
  • Ability to withstand varying temperatures ranging anywhere from 100F to -40F for varied periods of time.

  Work Environment:

  • Manufacturing environment with moving parts;
  • High noise levels;
  • Outdoor temperature ranges from 95 and higher to -5 and lower;
  • Indoor temperature ranges from 80 and higher to -30 and lower;  
  • Wet, damp and icy conditions;
  • Chemical hazards including cleaning and refrigeration chemicals.

   Safety Responsibilities:

  • Work in a safe and responsible manner at all times, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules;
  • Report unsafe observations or conditions to a supervisor or manager;
  • Immediately report an injury or accident to a supervisor or manager;
  • Meet all company requirements for training, including Log Out/Tag Out, confined space, electrical safety, Hazmat Technician, hot work, ladder, fall protection, fire safety, etc.

  .SQF Requirements/Responsibilities:

  • Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner following prescribed procedures;
  • Report food safety problems to a supervisor or manager;
  • Maintain the preventative maintenance program.

  HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

  "VERVRAA Federal Contractor"

  High school or Trade School Diploma or equivalent experience.