Role Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician (Electrican)

Function and Department: Site Operations 

Location: Linden, NJ

Salary: $38.46/hr

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the operation and maintenance of site infrastructure. This role involves hands-on work with HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, as well as supporting laboratory and pilot plant equipment. The technician will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable facility operations.

Key Outputs: What we can expect from you:

• Operate and maintain HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on electrical systems, including 26KV switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, load centers, chillers, and emergency generators.
• Support installation and commissioning of new or modified lab and pilot plant equipment.
• Provide services for site monitoring systems, analytical instrumentation, and pneumatic systems.
• Handle receipt, storage, and transport of chemicals, materials, and hazardous waste.
• Operate mobile equipment (e.g., trucks, lifts, vans) and use computers for maintenance data entry and communication.
• Maintain electrical areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Participate in safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Skills Will You Gain from This Role?

• Hands-on experience with high-voltage electrical systems and industrial equipment.
• Exposure to Building Automation Systems and site infrastructure technologies.
• Development of troubleshooting and prioritization skills in a dynamic environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to innovation and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Enhanced communication and teamwork skills in a collaborative setting.

A successful candidate is likely to have:

• 5+ years of electrical maintenance experience (26KV preferred).
• Working knowledge of NEC and NFPA 70E.
• NJ Electrical License (preferred, not required).
• Experience with motor drive replacement, VFD troubleshooting, and new circuit installation.
• Familiarity with Building Automation Systems (e.g., Siemens Apogee) is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office and SAP/R3.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Physically able to meet job demands (standing, lifting, climbing, etc.).

What we offer:

• The opportunity to learn and grow. We believe there is no better way to learn than by doing, so from day one you will have the opportunity to make a real difference and develop the next generation of battery materials and lubricant additives that will power transportation of the future.
• High levels of project management responsibility and autonomy
• Opportunity to gain patents for your innovative contributions
• Direct customer and collaborator interactions
• Exposure across several key global groups and the opportunity to work with people from around the world, gaining an understanding of a commercial business as a whole
• Build a stimulating, long-term career with an inclusive company that values everyone as an individual
• Competitive salary, medical and retirement benefits
• Community outreach activities & social clubs – Recognition, Inclusiveness & Diversity, Environmental
• Onsite medical, café, gym, fitness classes, sports teams and secure onsite parking Convenient to NYC, Airport & Public Transportation.