Industrial Maintenance Technician - Electrical/Controls

Howmet Aerospace · Winsted, CT

Level: Technician
Team: Controls
Degree: Required
Industry: Aerospace & defense
Posted: 30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level controls role at Howmet Aerospace (aerospace & defense) in Winsted, CT. You’ll be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading manufacturing equipment.

They ask for: degree required
Tools it names: PLC, CNC, EHS / safety
Day to day: some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.

Median of the low and high ends of 59 live postings that list pay, out of 2258 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Connecticut plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 263 other live controls postings in the US.

Base pay: Not listed in this posting
Experience asked: Not stated

Skills these teams ask for most

Automation 64%
✓ PLC 60%
Robotics 34%
Team leadership 28%
Root cause 24%
Union environment 22%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for CNC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: Howmet Aerospace in Winsted

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Required

✓High school diploma or GED

Requirements

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position involves access to export-controlled items, and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant’s ability to lawfully obtain access to such items. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Industrial Maintenance Technician - Electronics/Controls

Winsted, CT | Manufacturing | Full-Time

Competitive Pay • Sign-on Bonus • Shift Differential • Overtime Available

Let Your Journey Begin

Are you an experienced Electrical, Controls, or Maintenance Technician who enjoys troubleshooting CNC equipment, PLCs, servo drives, and complex electrical systems?

We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our Winsted, CT team. This is an opportunity to put your electrical, electronics, CNC, and PLC skills to work while supporting advanced manufacturing equipment and helping drive continuous improvement.

If you enjoy figuring out why a machine isn’t working and knowing how to fix it , we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Electronic Technician, you’ll be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading manufacturing equipment. Your day-to-day work may include:

•Troubleshooting CNC and PLC-controlled equipment using electrical schematics, manuals, and technical documentation
•Performing basic and advanced machine and plant wiring
•Using electrical test equipment to diagnose equipment issues
•Troubleshooting and repairing AC/DC servo drives, power supplies, and feedback devices
•Troubleshooting and replacing switches, sensors, and other electrical components
•Supporting equipment refurbishments, modifications, and upgrades
•Working with equipment vendors and outside service providers as needed
•Ordering parts and maintaining appropriate inventory levels
•Supporting 6S, housekeeping, and workplace organization standards
•Participating in continuous improvement initiatives
•Completing job-specific training and following all Quality, EHS, and company policies
•Performing other duties as assigned

Why This Opportunity?

This is more than a maintenance position. You’ll have the opportunity to work with complex manufacturing technology , expand your technical skill set, and play an important role in keeping production running safely and efficiently.

Whether your background is in industrial electronics, electrical maintenance, CNC equipment, PLCs, or machine controls , we want to hear about the skills you bring to the table.

Ready to Put Your Skills to Work?

Apply today and take the next step in your journey as an Industrial Maintenance Technician in Winsted, CT.

What You Bring

Preferred

+Associate’s degree in Electronics or a related technical field
+Experience or training with CNC machine controls and PLCs
+Experience working with 480/277/220V three-phase power, transformers, and electrical wiring
+Electrical/electronic troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment
+Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
+Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
+Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and determine the appropriate sequence of work
+Computer experience with maintenance-related databases or systems
+Background in electrical engineering or related technical disciplines

Employment

Our Story

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

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