Maintenance Specialist Jobs in Connecticut
Maintenance Specialist jobs in Connecticut are consistently active, with demand concentrated in manufacturing, healthcare facilities, higher education campuses, and commercial real estate across the state. Hartford, Bridgeport, and New Haven are the largest hiring metros, and well-established employers like Yale New Haven Health, United Technologies (now RTX), and Eversource Energy maintain ongoing needs for maintenance professionals at every level. The most in-demand specialties are HVAC systems, electrical maintenance, and building automation controls. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Shift: 1st Shift
Work model: On-Site
Schedule: FULLTIME; Wednesday-Friday and every other weekend, 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Job overview:
Schneider is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Specialist in Putnam, CT to assist drivers when they experience equipment issues and breakdowns. The Fleet Maintenance Specialist will determine the best solution to move forward and coordinate diagnostics and repairs for equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Respond to incoming calls and messages from drivers when they experience truck and trailer issues.
- Provide guidance and temporary solutions to drivers in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Diagnose equipment breakdowns and identify the best way to proceed.
- Review detailed repair estimates.
- Create and update work orders about the status of repairs and vendors.
Skills and qualifications:
- Technical degree in diesel technology preferred but not required.
- One plus years of diesel or automotive repair experience.
- Basic knowledge of computer applications.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Pay and benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Company paid life insurance.
- 401(k) savings plan with company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Results-based incentive pay program where you can earn above and beyond your base pay.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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Starting wages are $21.60 - $27.00 per hour based on experience.
- Non-exempt U.S. office associates working weekend hours, receive a $2.00 per hour differential for hours worked. (Weekend hours worked between 9pm Friday - 5am Monday).
- See full list of Fleet Maintenance Support benefits.
Schneider's inclusive culture
Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership. Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and/or Human Resources Leave Administration.
PI287337945
Shift: 1st Shift
Work model: On-Site
Schedule: FULLTIME; Wednesday-Friday and every other weekend, 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Job overview:
Schneider is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Specialist in Putnam, CT to assist drivers when they experience equipment issues and breakdowns. The Fleet Maintenance Specialist will determine the best solution to move forward and coordinate diagnostics and repairs for equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Respond to incoming calls and messages from drivers when they experience truck and trailer issues.
- Provide guidance and temporary solutions to drivers in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Diagnose equipment breakdowns and identify the best way to proceed.
- Review detailed repair estimates.
- Create and update work orders about the status of repairs and vendors.
Skills and qualifications:
- Technical degree in diesel technology preferred but not required.
- One plus years of diesel or automotive repair experience.
- Basic knowledge of computer applications.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Pay and benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Company paid life insurance.
- 401(k) savings plan with company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Results-based incentive pay program where you can earn above and beyond your base pay.
- Tuition reimbursement.
-
Starting wages are $21.60 - $27.00 per hour based on experience.
- Non-exempt U.S. office associates working weekend hours, receive a $2.00 per hour differential for hours worked. (Weekend hours worked between 9pm Friday - 5am Monday).
- See full list of Fleet Maintenance Support benefits.
Schneider's inclusive culture
Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership. Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and/or Human Resources Leave Administration.
PI287337945
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What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance specialist jobs across Connecticut.
- Two or more years of hands-on maintenance experience in a commercial or industrial setting
- Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems maintenance and repair
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematic drawings
- Experience with preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems
- Valid Connecticut driver's license and reliable transportation to multiple facilities
- Completion of a vocational technical program or relevant trade apprenticeship preferred
Maintenance Specialist Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a maintenance specialist in Connecticut?
Most employers in Connecticut look for candidates with a vocational diploma or associate degree in a trade such as HVAC, electrical technology, or industrial maintenance, often from a Connecticut Technical Education and Career System school or a community college like Gateway or Naugatuck Valley. While Connecticut does not require a single statewide license for general maintenance specialists, roles involving HVAC refrigerant handling require an EPA Section 608 certification, and electrical work above a threshold requires a Connecticut Electrical license issued through the Department of Consumer Protection.
Which companies hire maintenance specialists in Connecticut?
Companies currently hiring maintenance specialists in Connecticut include IMAGINEERS, Schneider, and Walgreens, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Connecticut's mix of large hospital networks, defense manufacturers, and university campuses means demand for maintenance professionals is spread across multiple industries rather than concentrated in one sector.
Which Connecticut cities have the most maintenance specialist jobs?
Mystic, Putnam, and Danbury consistently post the most maintenance specialist openings in Connecticut. Hartford leads because of its concentration of hospitals, insurance headquarters, and state government facilities, while Bridgeport and New Haven draw volume from their large healthcare systems, manufacturing operations, and university campuses that require round-the-clock facility maintenance.
Are there remote maintenance specialist jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of maintenance specialist openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the fact that most of the role requires a physical presence to inspect equipment, respond to breakdowns, and carry out hands-on repairs. The portions of the role most likely to allow remote work are administrative tasks like scheduling, reporting, and managing work orders through a computerized maintenance management system.
How can I get hired as a maintenance specialist in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a maintenance technician helper or facilities assistant role, which large Connecticut employers like Yale New Haven Health and RTX use to bring in candidates who then develop skills on the job. Completing a program at a Connecticut Technical Education and Career System school or earning an EPA Section 608 certification gives applicants a concrete credential that offsets limited experience. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as custodial supervisor, groundskeeper, or production line operator can often move laterally into entry-level maintenance positions with the right employer.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance specialist jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to maintenance specialist jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your skills and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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