Maintenance Electrician

Industrial Maintenance Electrician – Day & Night Shifts

Location: Bergen County, New Jersey
Day Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | $25–$40/hour
Night Shift: Monday–Friday, 4:00 p.m.–1:30 a.m. | $30–$45/hour

A growing food manufacturing operation in Bergen County is hiring two experienced Industrial Maintenance Electricians—one for day shift and one for night shift. This is a hands-on position troubleshooting and repairing electrical, electronic, and automated production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot and repair 480V three-phase electrical systems
• Diagnose PLC-controlled equipment, VFDs, motor controls, and HMIs
• Maintain production, packaging, cooking, freezing, and robotic equipment
• Troubleshoot sensors, instrumentation, safety circuits, and control panels
• Read electrical schematics, ladder logic, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
• Complete preventive maintenance and corrective repairs
• Document completed work, labor, and parts through the CMMS
• Assist with mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs when needed
• Follow LOTO, NFPA 70E, GMP, OSHA, and food-safety requirements

What We’re Looking For

• At least 3 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience
• Strong experience troubleshooting 480V systems, VFDs, motor controls, and PLC-driven equipment
• Ability to work independently and respond quickly to equipment breakdowns
• Food or beverage manufacturing experience is strongly preferred
• Electrical apprenticeship, trade-school training, or technical degree is preferred
• New Jersey electrical license, journeyman card, or apprentice registration is a plus
• Allen-Bradley, Siemens, ABB, or FANUC experience is a plus

What’s in It for You

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule
• Day and night shift opportunities available
• Stable, hands-on position with advanced manufacturing equipment
• Opportunity to strengthen your automation and controls experience
• Benefits and long-term growth potential

For immediate consideration, email your resume to hillary.cooley@gogpac.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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