Base Skill Mechanic - 3rd Shift
- Location
- Stafford Springs, Connecticut, USA
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Work Schedule Third Shift (Nights) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Various outside weather conditions, Warehouse, Working at heights Job Description
Job Description
Shift: 10:30PM to 07:00AM Tuesday through Saturday
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
Location/Division Specific Information This role is based in our dynamic Stafford Springs, CT facility, where we focus on innovative solutions and flawless operations in maintenance.
Discover Impactful Work: Join our team to demonstrate your outstanding skills in maintaining and improving our facilities. Your contributions will be crucial in ensuring efficient and safe operations!
A day in the Life:
- Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical systems
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on facilities systems and production equipment
- Operate, maintain, and improve the site's industrial wastewater treatment system
Keys to Success: Collaboration, critical thinking, and a dedication to safety are essential. Successfully implement solutions and contribute dynamically to our engineering teams.
REQUIREMENTS: Education • High school diploma or GED Required
Experience
- 2+ years in a mechanical role
- Experience in a manufacturing plant environment
- Self-starting with initiative to identify and solve problems
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical systems
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to read complex schematics and engineering drawings
- Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial vehicle (PIV) certification
- Ability to wear an air purifying respirator
What We Offer:
Competitive Pay Performance Related Bonus where eligible Annual merit performance-based increase
Excellent Benefits Medical benefits Paid Time Off/Annual Leave Career Advancement Opportunities
Compensation and Benefits The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Connecticut is $25.00–$27.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
From Thermo Fisher Scientific's careers page (Workday), checked 30 Oct 2026.
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Posted 20 Oct 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job