Maintenance Technician | 1st Shift

Swedesboro, NJ 08085

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Technician Job Number: Js621576910 Compensation: $70720-76960 / year

Job Description

Title: Maintenance Technician  
Shift: 1st (must work weekends)
Location: Swedesboro, NJ 08085 
Target Pay Rate: $32-$37/hr
 Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview: Are you a skilled mechanic with a knack for troubleshooting and repairing complex electronic, electric, and pneumatic control systems? We’re seeking a versatile Cross-Functional Mechanic to join our team. In this role, you'll provide technical support and interface with various crafts to repair and install sophisticated control and instrumentation systems.

Responsibilities:
  • Troubleshooting & Repairs: Diagnose, repair, fabricate, and install electronic systems, complex gauges, and instrumentation, including mechanical and electronic interfaces.
  • System Maintenance: Troubleshoot, adjust, install, and program electronic, electric, and pneumatic controls and instrumentation for various systems (e.g., boilers, building automation, fire protection, material handling).
  • Programming: Program PLC (programmable logic controllers) and/or microprocessor-based systems.
  • Calibration: Calibrate instruments with fine tolerances; recalibrate as needed to meet manufacturer's performance specifications.
  • Rebuilding: Rebuild instruments when necessary, including sourcing parts and tools.
  • Data Communication: Assist with designing and installing data communication systems.
  • Record Keeping: Maintain time and material records; prepare work reports per standard operating procedures.
  • Inspections & Upgrades: Perform inspections and recommend system upgrades or renovations.
  • Communication: Use computer systems for emails and administrative tasks, and communicate via two-way radio/pager for routine and emergency information.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Ensure shop equipment is in good working condition.
  • Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Quality & Safety: Uphold product quality, legality, and safety standards; report any contamination or suspicious activity to a Supervisor.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
  • Minimum four (4) years of experience in instrumentation, measurement, control systems, electronics, electrical, or a mechanical program.
  • Associate's degree in Electronics or Process Instrumentation and Control preferred.
  • Certification as a journeyman in the instrumentation trade and ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CSST) Level II may substitute for education requirements.
  • Experience in an industrial maintenance environment, preferably in an automated food processing plant.
  • Basic knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) preferred.
  • Familiarity with equipment setup, functions, operating procedures, and preventative maintenance techniques.


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.   

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