Maintenance Technician

ZT Systems; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Company-paid life and disability insur

Comprehensive health coverage

Job summary

ZT Systems is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician in New Jersey to maintain and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment, and to deliver certification training for team members. You will mentor junior technicians and help lead maintenance initiatives within a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.

Applicants should have a strong track record in preventive and corrective maintenance, knowledge of PLCs and control systems, and the ability to read technical manuals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification preferred.
• 4+ years of related work experience.
• Proven experience in mechanical or electrical maintenance.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CMRT, Electrical Maintenance Certification) required.
• Understanding of PLCs, motors, control systems, and schematics.
• Ability to read/interpret technical manuals/blueprints.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with machinery and systems.
• Configure and repair web-based electronic components as needed.
• Ensure safety regulations and maintenance policies are followed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance and repair activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve procedures.
• Provide technical support and mentorship to junior technicians.
• Lead team development through task delegation and skill-building.
• Deliver certification and training programs to enhance team capabilities.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree or certification preferred

Tools

PLCs

Motors

Control systems

Schematic reading

Job description

About The Role

Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimizing downtime. Additionally, this role includes performing certification training for other team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.

About The Role

Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimizing downtime. Additionally, this role includes performing certification training for other team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.

What You Will Do

• Perform routine maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with machinery and systems.
• Configure and repair web-based electronic components as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company maintenance policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance and repair activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve maintenance procedures.
• Provide technical support and mentorship to junior technicians.
• Lead team development through task delegation and skill-building initiatives.
• Deliver certification and training programs to enhance team capabilities.
• Corrective and Preventive maintenance
• L2 Diagnose and troubleshoot
• Key technical support
• Deliver Certification Training
• CMRT: Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician
• PLCs: Programmable Logic Controllers

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification preferred.
• 4+ years of related work experience.
• Proven experience in mechanical or electrical maintenance.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CMRT, Electrical Maintenance Certification) required.
• Understanding of PLCs, motors, control systems, and schematics.
• Ability to read/interpret technical manuals/blueprints.
• Excellent problem-solving skills/attention to detail.
• Strong communication/teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be $35 hourly . If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world‑class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career‑defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.

Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers

Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs

• Company-paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

• Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.

ZT Group Int'l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.

• 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.