Maintenance Technician - Union, NJ

Now Hiring: Maintenance Technicians!

Union, NJ

Starting Pay Range: $35.00 to $40.00/hr.

Schedule: Rotating On-Call | Early Mornings (as early as 5:00 AM, required) | Occasional Weekends and Holidays based on operational needs and emergencies

You @ BASF ECMS

At BASF ECMS, you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. Our benefits include some additional perks below for starters…

• Retirement Benefits with company contributions 
• Competitive Medical and Dental Plan Options
• Disability and Life Insurance Programs
• Wellness Programs
• Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement
• Mentoring & Development Programs
• Employee Discounts
  
  

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to support the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of our chemical processing facility. This position plays a key role in maintaining and repairing mechanical systems, equipment, and infrastructure critical to daily production. The ideal candidate has experience in industrial maintenance—preferably in a chemical or process-oriented environment—and is comfortable with a dynamic schedule that includes on-call shifts, early morning starts, staying late as needed to complete tasks and weekend availability as needed.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will…  

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, compressors, heat exchangers, HVAC systems and piping systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems in a hazardous materials environment.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergencies during regular and on-call hours.
• Support installation and commissioning of new machinery or process systems.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with OSHA regulations, environmental policies, and site safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections using the facility’s CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and process performance.
• Assist with inventory control of spare parts and maintenance supplies.
  
  
  

Qualifications:    
 

• High school diploma or GED; technical training or associate degree in industrial maintenance, mechanical engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, ideally in a chemical plant, refinery, or manufacturing facility.
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills; basic understanding of electrical and instrumentation systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and other safety procedures in chemical environments.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Physically able to climb, lift, kneel, and work in confined spaces or elevated areas.
• Comfortable working around chemicals and wearing required PPE, including respirators when needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

About BASF Environmental Catalysts and Metal Solutions

Leveraging its deep expertise as the global leader in catalysis and precious metals, BASF Environmental Catalysts and Metal Solutions (ECMS) serves customers in many industries including automotive, aerospace, indoor air quality, semiconductors, and hydrogen economy, and provides full loop services with its precious metals trading and recycling offering. With a focus on circular solutions and sustainability, ECMS is committed to helping our customers create a cleaner, more sustainable world.  Protecting our elements of life is our purpose and this inspires us to ever-new solutions. 

ECMS operates globally in 15 countries with approximately 20 production sites and over 4,000 employees.

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The competitive Pay Rate for this role is $35.00 - $40.00/hr. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factor permitted by law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.