Maintenance Technician Jobs in Phillipsburg, 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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Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Pen Argyl, PA (12 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pen Argyl, PA (12 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

What You Bring 2+ years in industrial maintenance, electro-mechanics, or similar Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee...

Maintenance Specialist

  • Branchburg, NJ (23 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (23 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

As a Maintenance Specialist, you are responsible for completing assigned maintenance tasks involving basic installation, inspection, and routine upkeep and repair of machines and equipment....

Facilities Maintenance Technician - Lumber Warehouse

  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Perform routine maintenance activities on structure, machines, and mechanical equipment, notifying Supervisor of need for repairs. Maintain inventory of tools and supplies....

Maintenance Technician

  • Bethlehem, PA (14 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (14 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Maintenance Technician position requires a skilled maintenance technician to inspect, troubleshoot and repair a variety of conveyor systems, Packaging Equipment, and -Laser...

Cryogenic Technician/Welder

  • Northampton, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Northampton, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Set up, operate welding machines to fabricate metal products or assemblies....

O&M Technician I

  • Washington, NJ (7 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, NJ (7 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Promptly reports any operational problems with machines or equipment to Lead or Supervisor....

Maintenance Worker 2

  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

(D) Makes street repairs using small paver, crackseal (kettle), tacking kettle, spray patcher and rubberized crackseal machine....

Maintenance Engineer - Facilities Business Operations

  • Branchburg, NJ (23 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (23 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Key Objectives/Deliverables: Manage for Results /Strategic Planning: Support site engineering projects and process teams by representing FBO and the Maintenance Technicians, ensuring that records related...

Maintenance Engineer

  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure machines and building systems operate efficiently....

Maintenance Technician

  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Maintenance Technician Job Description: As a Maintenance Tech, you will utilize a range of tools from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring...

Maintenance Tech

  • Easton, PA (6 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Easton, PA (6 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Maintenance Technician Job Description We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team in the Food & Beverage industry....

Mold Set Up Technician - 3rd and 2nd Shift

  • Hackettstown, NJ (20 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ (20 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Some experience using a voltmeter for electrical troubleshooting; knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems; exposure to general troubleshooting....

Installation & Maintenance Worker - Urgent Vacancies

  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Installation & Maintenance Worker - Urgent Vacancies compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Placing, rearranging and removing outside plant, including aerial, underground, submarine,...

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Receives instructions on specific job task by Lead Industrial Maintenance Technician or Supervisor. Other duties as assigned by management....

Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (18 miles from Phillipsburg, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Operate and service PLC controlled paint line conveyor system. Must be able to learn basic booth programming for GEMA paint booth....

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Phillipsburg, 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 Phillipsburg, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Phillipsburg, 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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