Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Minerals Technologies · Canaan, CT
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Industry
- Chemicals
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The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Minerals Technologies (chemicals) in Canaan, CT. Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair plant equipment and systems.
- Tools it names
- Kaizen, 5S, TPM, Root cause, Welding, Casting
- 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 64 live postings that list pay, out of 2470 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 14 other live reliability postings in Connecticut.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Welding 47%
- Team leadership 40%
- PLC 33%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Kaizen, TPM, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Minerals Technologies in Canaan
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Full description from Minerals TechnologiesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Job Summary
The Mechanical Maintenance Technician plays a key role in keeping plant operations running safely, reliably, and efficiently. This position maintains and repairs equipment, reduces downtime, and improves performance across mining, milling, and screening operations.
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair plant equipment and systems
- ◆Perform preventive maintenance to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment life
- ◆Respond quickly to equipment failures to minimize production downtime
- ◆Use mechanical skills including welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic electrical troubleshooting
- ◆Read and interpret manuals, blueprints, and schematics
- ◆Identify root causes of failures and help implement long-term solutions
- ◆Support and lead maintenance projects when needed
- ◆Maintain accurate work orders and maintenance records
- ◆Assist with spare parts planning and inventory
- ◆Promote a positive, safety-focused work environment
Qualifications
Basic
Qualifications
- ✓Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills
- ✓Experience with industrial equipment (conveyors, pumps, drives, hydraulics, etc.)
- ✓Ability to read technical drawings and manuals
- ✓Self-motivated and able to work independently or in a team
- ✓Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Education & Experience
- ✓High school diploma or equivalent required
- ✓Trade training preferred
- ✓Industrial maintenance experience preferred
- ✓Valid driver’s license required
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Overview
Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services.
Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metalcasting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation.
We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers.
We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly.
Company: Specialty Minerals Inc . , a Minerals Technologies company, is the largest supplier and global leader in providing Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC) and Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC) specially designed for customers' application needs.
Position: Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Location: USA | Canaan, CT
Pay range: $29.68-$42.46 per hour
What We Offer
- •Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
- •Health/Dental/Vision plans
- •401k company match
- •Life Insurance
- •Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
- •Educational Assistance
- •Employee Assistance Plan
- •Vacation Pay, Holiday Pay, Personal Days, and Sick Days
- •This position is overtime eligible and we offer quarterly plant incentives
This role is classified as safety sensitive. Candidates must pass a pre employment drug screen, including testing for THC, and will be subject to random testing.
Continuous Improvement
- •Participate in Lean initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
- •Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and maintenance efficiency
- •Share knowledge and support training of team members
Physical & Work Environment
- •Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 lbs (occasionally more), standing, climbing, bending, and working in confined spaces.
- •Ability to operate tools, equipment, and mobile machinery safely.
- •Capable of working in varying conditions, including noise, dust, and outdoor environments.
Work Schedule
- •Flexibility to work assigned shifts, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and call-ins as needed.
What Success Looks Like
- •Equipment operates reliably with minimal downtime
- •Maintenance is proactive rather than reactive
- •Safety standards are consistently followed
- •Continuous improvement is demonstrated
- •Strong teamwork and communication
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