Maintenance Technician Jobs in Branchburg, NJ

A Maintenance Technician in the manufacturing industry is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of machinery and equipment. They perform routine checks, diagnose faults, undertake repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and disruptions to production processes. They may also assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and provide technical assistance to other staff. They often work in collaboration with other technicians, engineers, and production personnel.

Key skills for this role include mechanical and electrical aptitude, problem-solving capabilities, and a keen attention to detail. A strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems is also beneficial. They should possess the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals. Certain certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or relevant trade certifications may be required. Prior roles a person might have before progressing to a Maintenance Technician include Maintenance Assistant, Production Operator, or an Apprentice in a relevant trade such as Electrician or Mechanic.

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High Performance Cell Technician

  • Jeffrey Chain
  • Morristown, NJ (21 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (21 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Experienced working with complex automation and/or robotics, swiss turn lathe, rotary machining centers, and CNC machines Ability to read, edit, and optimize programs Understanding of general machining...

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Color Matching Technician - 2nd Shift

  • Atrium Staffing
  • Cranbury, NJ (17 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (17 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Client Overview: Our client, a high-volume manufacturing organization specializing in personal care and cosmetic products, is looking to hire a Color Matching Technician - 2nd Shift. The company...

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Shop Technician

  • ISCO Industries
  • Trenton, NJ (21 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (21 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

At ISCO, we put high value on appreciation and respect, and provide you with an opportunity to really make a difference. ISCO is a family owned and operated company born and raised in Louisville,...

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Maintenance Engineer (3rd Shift)

  • Teva Pharmaceutical Industries
  • Edison, NJ (18 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (18 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

We Are Teva We're Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it's innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or...

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Industrial Mechanic / Welder Metals Recycling

  • System One
  • Fairless Hills, PA (24 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fairless Hills, PA (24 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

We are currently seeking qualified Mechanics and Welders for a busy metals recycling facility. Candidates must have prior experience in the skilled trades industry and be comfortable working in a...

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Technician, Filling Operations

  • Starbucks
  • Rahway, NJ (24 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (24 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Merck Keyword Location Search view all jobs Technician, Filling Operations - Onsite (2nd Shift) Rahway, NJ Posted 31 days ago Apply Now Job Description POCS - Rahway: Technician, Operations (FLEx...

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O&M Technician I

  • Veolia
  • Somerset, NJ (11 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (11 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Learns to troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic and electronic equipment and instrumentation....

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Metallurgical Technician

  • CMC
  • Sayreville, NJ (20 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Sayreville, NJ (20 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

all rolled products for dimension, weightand workmanship at the rolling processMaintain and operate spectrograph and related equipment to test chemical compositionMaintain and operate tensile test machine...

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Cleanroom Technician

  • Aerotek
  • Florham Park, NJ (24 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (24 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Aerotek is Hiring for Production System Operators in Florham Park, New Jersey! Position: Production Systems Operator Job Summary: A Production System Operator in food manufacturing safely runs,...

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Lab Technician Day Shift C

  • Coherent Corp
  • Hillsborough, NJ (3 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ (3 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Experience working with precision measurement methods and systems. Experience with PC based computers for programming LPE systems. Intermediate or higher level with Excel, Word, and Access....

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Lab Technician - Night Shift B

  • Coherent Corp
  • Hillsborough, NJ (3 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ (3 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Experience working with precision measurement methods and systems. Experience with PC based computers for programming LPE systems. Intermediate or higher level with Excel, Word, and Access....

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Lab Technician Night Shift D

  • Coherent Corp
  • Hillsborough, NJ (3 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ (3 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Experience working with precision measurement methods and systems. Experience with PC based computers for programming LPE systems. Intermediate or higher level with Excel, Word, and Access....

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Lab Technician - Day Shift A

  • Coherent Corp
  • Hillsborough, NJ (3 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ (3 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Experience working with precision measurement methods and systems. Experience with PC based computers for programming LPE systems. Intermediate or higher level with Excel, Word, and Access....

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Metallurgical Technician

  • Commercial Metals
  • New Brunswick, NJ (15 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (15 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

all rolled products for dimension, weightand workmanship at the rolling process Maintain and operate spectrograph and related equipment to test chemical composition Maintain and operate tensile test machine...

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Sr. GMP Technician

  • Kelly Services
  • Rahway, NJ (24 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (24 miles from Branchburg, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Sr. GMP Technician Apply Now Applied To save a job sign in or get started Job ID: 10226200 Posted today Back Rahway, NJ, US Engineering High School or equivalent Full Time, Direct Hire 30/HR...

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Demographic Data for Branchburg, NJ

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Branchburg, NJ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Branchburg, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.3%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.1%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Branchburg, NJ
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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