Maintenance Tech

100Hires, Inc.; Paulsboro (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

EAS Direct Hire is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician for a high‑volume manufacturing facility in New Jersey. The role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment to maximize uptime and support safe operations.

The technician will perform advanced preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance, diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing and PLC issues, and document work in the CMMS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams, equipment manuals and layouts.
• Experience in at least two areas: electrical, mechanical, refrigeration or plumbing.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment setup, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance practices.
• Must be 18 years or older and available for 3rd shift and weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced preventive, scheduled and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and PLC related problems.
• Complete or assist with major equipment overhauls, system rebuilds and installations.
• Coordinate repairs with production personnel and outside contractors to minimize downtime.
• Operate forklifts, lifts, power tools and diagnostic equipment safely.
• Document work performed and equipment conditions in the CMMS.
• Communicate repair status and follow-up needs to maintenance and production teams.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized maintenance areas.
• Follow GMP requirements, safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

PLC troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

GMP knowledge

Safety procedures

Forklift operation

Documentation in CMMS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

PLC programming tools

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician – 3rd ShiftEAS Direct Hire is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician for a high-volume manufacturing facility. This hands-on position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment to maximize uptime and support safe, reliable operations.Shift and CompensationShift: 3rd ShiftHours: 10:00 PM–6:30 AMWeekend availability: RequiredHourly pay: $36.00–$37.25, based on experienceKey ResponsibilitiesPerform advanced preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance on production equipment.Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and PLC-related problems.Complete or assist with major equipment overhauls, system rebuilds, and equipment installations.Work closely with production personnel and outside contractors to coordinate repairs and minimize operational disruptions.Safely operate forklifts, lifts, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and other maintenance machinery.Accurately document completed work, equipment conditions, and maintenance activities in the computerized maintenance management system.Communicate equipment issues, repair status, and follow-up needs electronically with maintenance and production team members.Maintain clean, safe, and organized maintenance work areas.Follow all GMP requirements, safety procedures, company policies, and applicable regulatory standards.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.At least three years of mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience involving industrial or manufacturing machinery, or five years of equivalent relevant experience.Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams, equipment manuals, and machine layout drawings.Experience in at least two of the following areas:Electrical systemsMechanical systemsRefrigerationPlumbingFood-manufacturing process controlsKnowledge of industrial equipment setup, functionality, operating procedures, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance practices.Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, plan work effectively, and respond to urgent equipment issues.Must be at least 18 years old.Must be available to work the third-shift schedule and weekends as required.