Maintenance Mechanic 3

Location: High Bridge, NJ

Summary

Join our growing team We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Level 3 Maintenance Mechanic to take on a key role in keeping our equipment and vehicles running at peak performance. In this advanced-level position, you’ll focus on preventive maintenance, perform diagnostics, and carry out critical repairs. If you’re ready to be part of a hardworking team that takes pride in precision and performance, we’d love to hear from you

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced mechanical and maintenance work on vehicles and equipment with minimal supervision.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving equipment.

• Conduct thorough preventive maintenance to extend the life of our machines and reduce downtime.

• Weld and fabricate as needed to support equipment repair and modification.

• Diagnose and maintain specialized equipment, such as industrial ovens.

• Accurately read and interpret manuals, schematics, and technical diagrams.

• Follow and enforce safety protocols, ensuring a clean and hazard-free work environment.

• Document work performed and track recurring issues.

• Collaborate with other teams to complete work orders and meet project deadlines.

• Support and mentor lower-tier mechanics, guiding them in best practices and technical procedures.

• Demonstrate initiative and attention to detail and communicate issues and concerns clearly.

Qualifications

• Expert-level knowledge in troubleshooting and maintaining PLCs, hydraulics, electrical systems, control panels, pneumatics, and CNC/manual equipment.

• Strong welding and fabrication skills.

• Ability to prepare, analyze, and present mechanical maintenance reports.

• Leadership/mentoring experience coordinating teams or taking charge of maintenance projects.

• Comfort with machine shop tools and hands-on mechanical systems

• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma/GED

• Preferred: Technical school certification or completion of apprenticeship

• Minimum 5 years of hands on experience in advanced mechanical repair and maintenance

• Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Relocation Assistance

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurances available

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays

• Overtime Pay: 1.5x hourly rate when applicable

• Safety shoe reimbursement, $200 per year

• Employee referral program

• HSA with employer contribution

• Paid training and development opportunities

• Opportunities for advancement

Learn About Trident Maritime Systems - Custom Alloy Division

Trident Maritime Systems is a global leader in providing innovative solutions for maritime and defense industries. Our Custom Alloy division in High Bridge, NJ, specializes in manufacturing high-quality seamless and welded pipe and tube solutions, as well as custom fabrications for critical applications. We serve government and commercial clients. For government, we work on military and defense contracts requiring precision and reliability. For commercial clients, we provide custom-engineered solutions across various industries. This dual focus allows us to take on diverse, high-pressure projects. Unlike mass production facilities, we create large, custom fittings tailored to specific needs. Our plant features large machines for heavy-duty work in a traditional manufacturing environment. It can be hot, cold, or dirty, but we prioritize safety and provide tools and training to ensure success.

Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO/AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary. As a government contractor, we adhere to regulations including the need for U.S. citizenship for certain positions. Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and have been accessed.

• 1st shift (7am – 3:30pm)

• 2nd shift (3:30pm – 12am +10% shift differential)