Maintenance Technician Jobs in New Jersey

A Maintenance Technician in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for troubleshooting and repairing various equipment, machines, and systems. They perform preventative maintenance, inspect machinery for potential issues, diagnose problems, and carry out necessary repairs or replacements. A Maintenance Technician might also be involved in the installation and setup of new equipment or systems. They often work with electrical, plumbing, heating, and cooling systems among others. Their work is crucial in ensuring efficient operations and safety in various establishments such as factories, offices, apartments, and commercial spaces.

Important skills for a Maintenance Technician include problem-solving, mechanical skills, physical stamina, and technical knowledge in areas such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. They should also have good communication skills for effectively interacting with colleagues, supervisors, and clients. A Maintenance Technician should also be able to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints. Relevant certifications such as Certified Maintenance Technician (CMT), Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT), or a certificate in HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Maintenance Technician, a person might have roles such as Maintenance Assistant, Handyman, or an Apprentice in a specific trade like electrician or plumber.

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. · Experience in predictive technologies, precision alignments, and general maintenance of applicable process equipment. · Understands electrical, mechanical, fluid power and control systems....

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following duties, each of which represents a minimum of 20% of the employees time. Other site or department specific duties may be assigned by the...

Job Title: Machine Maintenance Technician Our manufacturing company is seeking a skilled Machine Maintenance Technician to join our team....

Maintenance Mechanic B

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 9 days ago

with equipment throughout the plant - Rebuild worn-out, but reusable, pieces of equipment, such as gearboxes for scheduled PMs - Troubleshoot, investigate, and repair all mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic...

Floor Maintenance Technician

  • North Cape May, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • North Cape May, NJ
  • 13 days ago

Role: Floor Tech Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Floor Tech, where you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of floors in a long-term care...

HVAC Technician

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Local Union: 4-438W Pay Rate: $46.43 USD Hourly What this job involves: As an HVAC Technician at JLL, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining various building systems and equipment,...

Lead HVAC Technician

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 hour ago

Lead HVAC Technician If you want to take pride in the work you do, be valued for your contributions to the team effort, have a lasting career in construction, be inspired every day, and have fun...

Lead HVAC Technician

  • Newark, NJ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 1 hour ago

Lead HVAC Technician If you want to take pride in the work you do, be valued for your contributions to the team effort, have a lasting career in construction, be inspired every day, and have fun...

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

  • Sayreville, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sayreville, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Properly remove defective parts by dismantling devices using hoists, overhead cranes, hand, and power tools Possess specific fundamental knowledge of bearings, power transmission equipment, hydraulics/pneumatics...

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician - 5K Sign-on Bonus

  • Newark, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

The Maintenance Technician will maintain production and facility equipment assets by performing variety of routine (preventive/predictive) and/or reactive(corrective/breakdown) maintenance....

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Maintenance Technician, Manufacturing, Production, Mechanical, Electrical, PLC, Hydraulics, Preventive Maintenance, Gear Motors, Troubleshooting. #LI-CL3...

Journeyman Plumber. Job in West Berlin Gr8Jobs

  • West Berlin, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • West Berlin, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

Why You Should Join the Service Experts Team? Our team consists of the very best; we believe in doing what is right for our customers and our employees. We provide our employees with the training,...

Part Time Maintenance Mechanic

  • Southampton, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • Southampton, NJ
  • 8 hours ago

Part Time Maintenance Mechanic- Southampton, NJ Job Details: Part Time Hours from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm - *With Flexibility Days are flexible as well: Monday through Sunday Summary Maintenance...

Maintenance Planner/Scheduler, Care Chemicals, Washington, NJ

  • Washington, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • Washington, NJ
  • 8 hours ago

Maintenance Planner/Scheduler, Care Chemicals, Washington, NJ LOCATION COMPANY JOB FIELD JOB TYPE JOB ID Now hiring! Maintenance Planner/Scheduler, Care Chemicals, Washington, NJ Washington, New...

Custodians/Building Maintenance Workers

  • Millville, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Millville, NJ
  • 11 hours ago

Custodians/Building Maintenance Workers JobID: 5571 Position Type: Maintenance/Facilities/BMW/Custodial Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: District Date Available: When filled Closing Date: When filled...

Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Amazon Maintenance Technician
Amazon maintenance technician candidates will take one of two tests in their hiring process: The Amazon Ramsay Maintenance Technician Test is a highly professional test conducted exclusively for...
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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in New Jersey

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in New Jersey offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.5%
Associate's Degree
16.6%
Bachelor's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in New Jersey
2-4 years
47.2%
1-2 years
26.6%
4-6 years
18.9%
Less than 1 year
3.5%
10+ years
2.8%
6-8 years
0.8%
8-10 years
0.2%
None
0.1%


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