Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician, Wallingford, CTImmediately Hiring!Pay: $27.00 - $28.50 based on experience and skill. Increase in pay after 45 days.Swing Shift: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, or 11:00 am - 7:00 pmWe ask that you have the use of, or access to, information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.All applicants must provide one of the following forms of identification as part of their application: Passport, Birth Certificate, Certificate of Naturalization (USCIS Form N-550 or N-570), or Permanent Resident Card (USCIS Form I-551.As a Maintenance Technician you will be a crucial part of our operations, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them. This is a full-time, on-site Maintenance Technician based in Wallingford CT. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production and facility equipment to support safe and efficient operations. Your work will directly affect people's lives!Primary ResponsibilitiesDetermining and performing required maintenance (cleaning, lubricating, aligning/adjusting parts, calibrating, etc.).Performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and basic electrical issuesTesting, troubleshooting, and repairing machines and equipment and ordering/installing replacement parts.Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield. Performs equipment failure analysis (including preventive and unscheduled maintenance).Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems. Prepare technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures.Participate in continuous improvement activities and support upgrades or installations of new equipment as needed.QualificationsMust be able to lift 50lb on a consistent basis.Must be able to work overtime as necessary1 to 5 years' experience preferredBasic electrical and mechanical experience in a manufacturing environment preferredBasic skills in manual machining, operating a lathe, knee mill and surface grindersCapable of using various hand toolsCapable of reading blueprints and simple wiring schematicsSome experience in CMS (Computerized Maintenance Systems)Basic computer skillsRespond to service requests in a professional manner, ensuring that all assigned requests are completed successfully and promptlyConduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, state, and federal laws.Must be able to work alone and as a team member when needed.Excellent time management skills can easily conform to shifting priorities and timelinesPPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.We are customer championsProactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don't stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.We act with purpose and speedAgile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.We are excellent operatorsProductive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.We compete to winFuture-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.We are PPG proudStrong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.