Building Systems Technician

ZT Systems is an established multibillion-dollar company and a high-technology industry veteran with over 30 years in the business.  The members of the ZT Systems team build hyperscale compute and storage solutions that are tailored to the unique workloads and business needs of our global datacenter customers.  We are focused on delivering the highest quality solutions and exceeding customer expectations.

We recognize hard work, commitment, leadership, and results.  We truly believe that behind every quality solution is a team of highly talented individuals – that’s where you come in.

About the Role:

The Building Systems Technician will monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot abnormal conditions in building systems that support ZT’s 24x7 manufacturing environment, including major electrical systems, mechanical/HVAC systems, including a centralize chiller plant, and generators.  The Building Systems Technician will utilize ZT’s Building Management System to remotely monitor performance and anticipate issues with the facilities’ mechanical systems and ensure that scheduled maintenance is performed in a timely manner by both self-performing the work and engaging ZT’s Maintenance Contractor when required.  

The Building Systems Technician will oversee the major mechanical and electrical building systems that support our engineering labs, manufacturing facilities and warehouse operations.  The role requires a combination of both technical knowledge, especially with chillers, mechanical and electrical building systems, and project management skills.  Relevant experience in an industrial facility setting is highly desired.

ZT Systems currently utilizes over one million square feet of manufacturing, warehouses, and test labs space across multiple facilities in Secaucus NJ.  The role will be based on-site in Secaucus NJ.

What you will do:

• Monitor ZT’s critical power monitoring system, environmental monitoring system and building management system to identify issues and minimize the risk of equipment & operational downtime.

• Be responsible for the uptime and maintenance of HVAC, generators and electrical distribution systems.
• Proactively engage with business partners and stakeholders on the Operations Team to identify and resolve building system issues.  Respond to employee reports of mechanical or maintenance issues on the critical systems.
• Take daily operational readings of all mechanical equipment and inspect buildings, grounds, and all equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning operation. Proactively identify issues and take the needed steps to resolve them.
• Ensure the defined predictive, planned, or preventive maintenance/cleaning schedule is followed. Escort and periodically check on vendors while performing maintenance to ensure that the company rules and operating procedures are followed.
• Manage inventory of spare parts pools and notify the correct parties when parts are used / depleted and require procurement.
• Support startup, commissioning and integration of new equipment and systems into the facilities infrastructure.
• Recommend corrective actions to ZT’s Facility Engineering Manager if additional resources are required and act as a Point of Contact for external resources.
• Coordinate with ZT Facilities Staff the timing of any work that may affect performance or result in downtime for mechanical equipment servicing the manufacturing and test facility.
• Possess and maintain any required factory certifications for Chiller, Cooling Tower, and Generator maintenance.

What you Bring

• A minimum of a trade school certification in a technical field or equivalent practical experience in mechanical / HVAC systems and controls.  Experience with centrifugal chillers preferred. 
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred but not required.
• A collaborative approach to problem solving.
• An ownership mentality to facility system performance and uptime
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and contractors.
• Ability to learn quickly and address issues as they arise.
• Ability to climb and work on platforms, ladders and under raised floors.

ZT Systems offers a highly competitive salary commensurate with work experience and/or education, an excellent benefits program that includes a 401(k) plan, health, and dental insurance, and paid time off. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate.

About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a face-paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.

Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer

When you join ZT, you’ll enjoy a range of world-class, inclusive employee benefits designed to grow with you and our company. From competitive compensation to 401K matching to comprehensive health & wellness programs and tuition reimbursement, ZT Systems offers industry leading benefits packages for eligible employees designed to help you get the most out of life.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.