Equipment Maintenance Technician II
Location: Somerset, NJ
Payrate: $34-38/hr
Type: Direct Hire
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Equipment Maintenance Technician II to support the maintenance and reliability of manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This hands-on role is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, completing repairs, and minimizing downtime to ensure efficient production operations.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems according to established schedules
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
- Complete emergency repairs and unplanned maintenance to quickly restore production
- Document maintenance activities, repairs, labor hours, and parts usage within CMMS systems and equipment logs
- Report equipment issues identified during preventive maintenance inspections and assist in planning corrective actions
- Maintain maintenance inventory, stockroom organization, and equipment records
- Coordinate with outside contractors performing maintenance, electrical, or mechanical work within the facility
- Participate in scheduled on-call rotation for emergency maintenance support
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies while performing maintenance activities
- Assist with equipment upgrades, installations, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Working knowledge of PLCs, control wiring, motor controls, and facility utilities
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
- Experience using electrical meters, testing equipment, and other diagnostic tools
- Welding, PLC, hydraulic, or pneumatic certifications are a plus
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Must be able to prioritize tasks and respond to equipment breakdowns in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to workplace safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
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