Maintenance Technician

Swedesboro, NJ 08085

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Technician Job Number: 38147735 Compensation: $83200-89440 / year

Job Description

Title: Maintenance Technician 
Location: Swedesboro, NJ
Shifts: 1st, 2nd 3rd Shift 
Target Pay Rate: $27-$40/hr  
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Job Summary:
  • We are seeking a skilled Electro-Mechanical Technician to join our maintenance team in a high-speed food manufacturing environment. The technician will be responsible for installing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems to ensure optimal production performance, while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Job Duties:
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair issues in production machinery, motors, and conveyor systems.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on electrical components to ensure smooth operations and reduce downtime.
  • Repair or replace faulty components, including fuses, relays, switches, and wiring.
  • Ensure electrical systems comply with safety, food safety, and regulatory standards.
  • Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and troubleshoot 3-phase components and PLC systems.

Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred.
  • Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent certification required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial or maintenance electrical work, preferably in food manufacturing or high-speed production.
  • Strong experience with PLC troubleshooting, motor controls, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
  • Knowledge of electrical systems, industrial automation, and food safety regulations.


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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