Electro-Mechanical Technician

Electro-Mechanical Technician (Direct Hire)

Location:

Edison, NJ

Pay: $30.00 - $37.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Direct Hire

Schedule:

Flexible – 1st Shift or 2nd Shift Available

We are seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Technician for a direct hire opportunity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience, particularly with older industrial equipment and legacy systems. The ideal candidate will be hands‑on and experienced working with hydraulics, gear drives, shafts, bearings, motors, and older PLC‑controlled equipment.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Diagnose issues involving motors, gear drives, shafts, bearings, and conveyors
• Maintain and troubleshoot older PLC‑controlled equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Perform inspections to prevent downtime and equipment failures
• Repair and replace worn or damaged components
• Support equipment installations and upgrades
• Follow all safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

• Minimum 7+ years of industrial maintenance or electro‑mechanical experience
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Hands‑on experience with hydraulics, bearings, shafts, gears, and industrial equipment
• Experience with older manufacturing equipment (1970s era preferred)
• Experience troubleshooting older PLC‑controlled systems
• Ability to read schematics and mechanical blueprints
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently in a manufacturing setting

• Metal manufacturing, steel fabrication, roll‑forming, or similar environment
• Welding or fabrication experience is a plus
• Technical or vocational training in electrical or mechanical maintenance

• $30.00 - $37.00 per hour based on experience
• Direct hire opportunity (not contract)
• Flexible 1st or 2nd shift available
• Full‑time, long‑term role