Job Req ID:  4981
Date:  Oct 7, 2025
Tradebe Site:  Tradebe Meriden
Location: 

Meriden, CT, US, 6451

Department:  Operations
Business Line:  Environmental Services & Global Functions

Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Description: 

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses dedicated to creating a more sustainable planet and making a real impact on human wellbeing. In the US, we lead the way in recycling and the circular economy, managing diverse environmental challenges sustainably.

 

Our Northeast region specializes in wastewater treatment and bulk waste disposal and recycling, playing a key role in environmental sustainability. Join this dynamic team and help drive a cleaner, greener future!

Opportunity Highlights

  • ocation: Meriden, CT
  • Schedule/Shift: Monday-Friday 7AM-4PM and every third week and weekend on call
  • Competitive hourly pay based on experience
  • $1,500 Retention Bonus
  • Weekly pay — get paid every Friday

What will you do? Make an impact!

As a Maintenance Mechanic at Tradebe, you’ll play a key role in keeping our plant equipment running safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on industrial maintenance role where you’ll work with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with your hands, and being part of a team that keeps operations moving, this is a great opportunity to build your skills and grow your career.

Key Job Responsibilities

  • Inspect, maintain, and repair plant equipment and systems
  • Troubleshoot and service mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components
  • Assemble, disassemble, install, clean, and lubricate parts such as bearings, gears, and pulleys
  • Perform light welding, grinding, and fabrication work (if qualified)
  • Complete work orders, recording repairs and materials used
  • Operate lift trucks and powered lifts when needed
  • Assist with daily equipment inspections and promote safe operations
  • Other duties as assigned

Do you have what it takes?

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience working maintenance in an industrial environment
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to work outdoors in a physically active plant setting, including elevated positions
  • Strong troubleshooting and mechanical skills

Why Tradebe is Right for You

  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Generous vacation and sick plans
  • Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
  • 401k Retirement  match
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Health savings accounts (HSA)
  • Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
  • Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Great work environment and culture
  • And MORE!

 

Ready to make a difference? Apply now!

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Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law