Industrial Mechanic (3rd Shift)

Job Description Company Description JC Mectec is your reliable maintenance and metal fabrication partner based inNew Milford, CT.We provide customized maintenance solutions and metal fabrication services to meet our partner's needs. Our team conducts thorough examinations to pinpoint issues and save valuable time and money while delivering personalized and comprehensive service. Role Description The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic keeps production moving by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment on site at client facilities. This role blends hands-on mechanical and electrical skill with sharp problem-solving instincts to minimize downtime and keep operations safe and efficient. Technicians perform routine preventive maintenance, respond to equipment failures, and support improvement projects that boost reliability and throughput. The work often involves diagnosing issues with conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and facility systems. Essential Duties Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Troubleshoot production equipment by identifying faults, analyzing root causes, and applying effective solutions to restore functionality and minimize downtime. Respond quickly to equipment failures, diagnose root causes, and implement lasting solutions. Partner closely with production teams to resolve equipment concerns and maintain workflow. Document maintenance activities, parts usage, and repairs in alignment with JC Mectec and our customers standards. Recommend improvements that enhance reliability, efficiency, or safety. Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all JC Mectec and/or customer safety protocols. Identify potential hazards and communicate concerns promptly. Support inspections, audits, and equipment verifications as needed. Stay current on machinery updates, new technologies, and modern maintenance techniques. Participate in required certifications and skill-building opportunities (CNC, welding, maintenance-specific, etc.). Requirements 3+ years experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical repair, or similar fields Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems Ability to read schematics, technical manuals, and equipment diagrams Strong troubleshooting skills under time pressure Ability to work independently and as part of a team High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree is a plus Certifications: OSHA 10, HAZWOPER, Lockout Tagout, or First Aid are a plus (or willingness to earn them). Physical Requirements & Work Environment Standing and walking for extended periods Bending, climbing, kneeling, and reaching as needed Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Exposure to noise, fumes, chemicals, and welding environments Schedule & Compensation $25.00 – $32.00/hr | 40–50 hrs/week |$52K–$83K+ earning potential annually 3rd Shift - for those who prefer to work independently with less oversight and more focus All PPE provided, we take care of what keeps you safe Retirement plan, we're building something here, and we want you building too Paid sick time, because life happens Skills training & certification support, we invest in growing your trade Company DescriptionJC Mectec was founded by Jamilo Carvalho, a Senior Industrial Mechanic with over 30 years of hands-on experience at companies like PepsiCo/Frito-Lay, Concord Foods, and Naiad Dynamics. He didn't start this company in a boardroom, he built it from the floor up, with calloused hands and a deep understanding of what manufacturers actually need when equipment goes down or a custom solution has to be fabricated right the first time. Today, JC Mectec brings that same expertise to manufacturers across Connecticut, offering custom fabrication, CNC plasma cutting, welding, and field maintenance. We're not a vendor you call and wait on. We're the team that shows up, knows the work, and gets it done. Small company. Serious skills. Real results. Company Description JC Mectec was founded by Jamilo Carvalho, a Senior Industrial Mechanic with over 30 years of hands-on experience at companies like PepsiCo/Frito-Lay, Concord Foods, and Naiad Dynamics. He didn't start this company in a boardroom, he built it from the floor up, with calloused hands and a deep understanding of what manufacturers actually need when equipment goes down or a custom solution has to be fabricated right the first time.\r\nToday, JC Mectec brings that same expertise to manufacturers across Connecticut, offering custom fabrication, CNC plasma cutting, welding, and field maintenance. We're not a vendor you call and wait on. We're the team that shows up, knows the work, and gets it done.Small company. Serious skills. Real results.