Industrial Maintenance Technician
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrician / Electrical Installation, Installation Technician
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Clifton, NJ
Work Type:
On-Site
Job Type: Full-Time
Visa Status: US Citizens and Green Card Holders only
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 OverviewWe 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
- 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 preferred.
- Knowledge of LOTO procedures and NFPA 70E electrical safety standards.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work in industrial environments involving heights, confined spaces, varying temperatures, and outdoor conditions.
- Electro-Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Industrial Maintenance
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Maintenance
- PLC Troubleshooting
- Ladder Logic
- VFDs & Motor Controls
- 480V Three-Phase Electrical Systems
- Pneumatics & Hydraulics
- Steam & Boiler Systems
- Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
- CMMS
- Electrical Schematics
- Mechanical Drawings
- Root Cause Analysis
- LOTO & Electrical Safety
- Equipment Installation & Commissioning
- Equipment Reliability
- Problem Solving
- $35.00-$50.00/hour
- Paid Time Off…
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