Building Systems Technician

  • ZT Systems
  • Secaucus, New Jersey
  • Full Time

The 2nd Shift Building Systems Technician will monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot abnormal conditions in building systems that support ZT's 24x7 manufacturing environment, including major electrical systems, mechanical/HVAC systems, including a centralize chiller plant, and generators. The Building Systems Technician will utilize ZT's Building Management System to remotely monitor performance and anticipate issues with the facilities' mechanical systems and ensure that scheduled maintenance is performed in a timely manner by both self-performing the work and engaging ZT's Maintenance Contractor when required.

The 2nd Shift Building Systems Technician will oversee the major mechanical and electrical building systems that support our engineering labs, manufacturing facilities and warehouse operations. The role requires a combination of both technical knowledge, especially with chillers, mechanical and electrical building systems, and project management skills. Relevant experience in an industrial facility setting is highly desired.

ZT Systems currently utilizes over one million square feet of manufacturing, warehouses, and test labs space across multiple facilities in Secaucus NJ. The role will be based on-site in Secaucus NJ.

What you will do:

  • Monitor ZT's critical power monitoring system, environmental monitoring system and building management system to identify issues and minimize the risk of equipment & operational downtime.
  • Be responsible for the uptime and maintenance of HVAC, generators and electrical distribution systems.
  • Proactively engage with business partners and stakeholders on the Operations Team to identify and resolve building system issues. Respond to employee reports of mechanical or maintenance issues on the critical systems.
  • Take daily operational readings of all mechanical equipment and inspect buildings, grounds, and all equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning operation. Proactively identify issues and take the needed steps to resolve them.
  • Ensure the defined predictive, planned, or preventive maintenance/cleaning schedule is followed. Escort and periodically check on vendors while performing maintenance to ensure that the company rules and operating procedures are followed.
  • Manage inventory of spare parts pools and notify the correct parties when parts are used / depleted and require procurement.
  • Support startup, commissioning and integration of new equipment and systems into the facilities infrastructure.
  • Recommend corrective actions to ZT's Facility Engineering Manager if additional resources are required and act as a Point of Contact for external resources.
  • Coordinate with ZT Facilities Staff the timing of any work that may affect performance or result in downtime for mechanical equipment servicing the manufacturing and test facility.
  • Possess and maintain any required factory certifications for Chiller, Cooling Tower, and Generator maintenance.

What you Bring

  • A minimum of a trade school certification in a technical field or equivalent practical experience in mechanical / HVAC systems and controls. Experience with centrifugal chillers preferred.
  • Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred but not required.
  • A collaborative approach to problem solving.
  • An ownership mentality to facility system performance and uptime
  • Ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and contractors.
  • Ability to learn quickly and address issues as they arise.
  • Ability to climb and work on platforms, ladders and under raised floors.

About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, 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 face-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.

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What We Offer

At ZT Systems, 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 with generous company match
  • 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

  • Generous 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.

Job ID: 488433763
Originally Posted on: 8/7/2025

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