Maintenance Technician

Company: Filterbuy

Position: Maintenance Technician

Location: Avenel, NJ

Duration: Full-time, Permanent

Pay Rate: $25-30/hr

Filterbuy, a leader in the air quality and manufacturing world, is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician to support both our automated equipment and general building maintenance needs. This role is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining a variety of automated machinery, as well as performing day-to-day upkeep of building systems and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be technically proficient, safety-conscious, and able to manage a diverse set of maintenance responsibilities. This role will report to the Plant Manager in Avelen, NJ

To ensure success as a maintenance technician, you should have advanced mechanical knowledge of industrial machinery, excellent troubleshooting skills, and good time-management skills. Ultimately, a top-class industrial maintenance technician boosts production by ensuring all production equipment functions correctly and receives regular maintenance.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Install, maintain, and repair automated machinery and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic equipment issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance on automation systems to minimize downtime.
• Document service and repair activities in maintenance logs or CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Perform routine inspections and repairs of facility systems including HVAC, lighting, plumbing, doors, and basic electrical.
• Respond to facility-related service requests in a timely manner.
• Ensure the building remains clean, safe, and compliant with relevant codes and standards.
• Support minor construction, painting, and carpentry tasks as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required skills and qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school or trade certification preferred.
• 2+ years of maintenance experience, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Working knowledge of automated equipment, PLC systems, mechanical/electrical troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Proficient with hand and power tools, safety protocols, and reading schematics or technical manuals.
• Comfortable with using or learning CMMS platforms and digital reporting tools.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Must have excellent attendance by scheduling days off in advance and arriving at work on time.
• Work independently with little guidance.
• Ability to operate computers and relevant warehouse management computer software.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)

Nice to Haves:

• Experience with robotics or conveyor systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• OSHA safety training or similar certifications
• Bi-lingual Spanish

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods working on feet (10-hr shifts) and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending, walking, lifting, stepping, pulling, pushing, etc.
• Ability to lift 80lbs, climb ladders, and perform physical labor as needed.
• Must be comfortable working in various environments (noise, dust, temperature variations).
• Occasional overtime or on-call duties may be required.

This job description is not all-encompassing; however, it is intended to be a general description of the responsibilities of this position.

Company Overview

We are a leading ecommerce company with a mission to deliver high-quality products and exceptional customer experiences. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Maintenance Technician to support both our automated equipment and general building maintenance needs.

*Filterbuy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other legally protected category.*