Electro-Mechanical Technician NJ

• Overtime Opportunities
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Location:

Clifton, NJ

Work Type:
On-Site

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience:

3–5+ Years Industrial Maintenance Experience

Schedule:

4-Day Workweek – Four 10-Hour Shifts

Hours:

40+ Hours/Week + Overtime Opportunities

Salary: $35.00–$50.00/hour, based on skills, experience, and qualifications

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Electro-Mechanical Technician III/IV to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize industrial production equipment.

This is a hands-on industrial maintenance role requiring strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills. The technician will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot equipment breakdowns, identify root causes, minimize downtime, and support a safe and efficient production environment.

• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and identify root causes with minimal supervision.
• Read and interpret:
  • Electrical schematics
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Ladder logic
  • P&IDs
  • Mechanical drawings
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical systems and control wiring up to 480V three-phase.
• Maintain and troubleshoot:
  • Motors
  • Motor controls
  • VFDs
  • PLCs
  • Sensors
  • Control panels
  • Electrical circuits
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on:
  • Industrial washers
  • Dryers
  • Ironers
  • Conveyors
  • Boilers
  • Compressors
  • Pumps
  • Other production machinery
• Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic, hydraulic, compressed-air, steam, and boiler systems.
• Repair and replace pumps, valves, cylinders, bearings, belts, chains, and other mechanical components.
• Document maintenance activities, work orders, parts usage, and equipment history using CMMS.
• Follow OSHA requirements and safety procedures, including LOTO and arc-flash safety.
• Participate in safety inspections and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify recurring equipment issues and recommend reliability improvements.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, renovations, expansions, commissioning, and capital improvement projects.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Provide guidance and on-the-job training to less experienced technicians when needed.
• Maintain equipment according to manufacturer specifications and maintenance standards.
• Safely operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and other maintenance equipment.
• Work at heights, outdoors, and in varying weather conditions when required.
• Occasionally travel between facilities as needed.

The technician may work with:

• Industrial Washers & Dryers
• Ironers & Finishing Equipment
• Conveyor Systems
• Boilers & Steam Systems
• Air Compressors
• Pumps & Motors
• PLC-Controlled Equipment
• VFDs & Motor Controls
• Pneumatic & Hydraulic Systems
• Electrical Control Systems

• Minimum 3–5+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Associate degree, technical diploma, or trade certification in:
  • Electro-Mechanical Technology
  • Industrial Maintenance
  • Industrial Electronics
  • Mechatronics
  • Related technical field
• Equivalent hands‑on experience may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience with:
  • AC/DC motors
  • Motor controls
  • VFDs
  • Control panels
  • 480V three-phase electrical systems
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret ladder logic.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, steam, compressed-air, and boiler systems.
• CMMS experience…