Job Description

Maintenance Technician - Newark Liberty International Airport (Third Shift)

Location: Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ

At a Glance

• Base Pay: $27.76 per hour
• Third Shift Differential: Additional 10% premium
• Effective Third Shift Rate: $30.54 per hour
• Schedule: Third Shift (11:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Position Type: Full-Time, Union-Represented Position
• Experience: 2+ years of maintenance experience preferred
• Work Environment: Airport transit system operating 24/7/365

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signaling, and digital mobility solutions, we offer the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, our colleagues around the world work together to create greener and smarter mobility solutions that connect communities and reduce carbon emissions.

Could you be the full-time Maintenance Technician at Newark Liberty International Airport that we're looking for?

Your Future Role

Join the team responsible for supporting the AirTrain system at Newark Liberty International Airport through the Capital Asset Relocation Program (CARP). The team performs preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the airport's automated people mover system.

In this role, you'll perform inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on vehicles and associated equipment while helping maintain the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational excellence. Operations and maintenance activities support a transportation system that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

What You'll Do

• Inspect vehicles and related equipment to identify failed, damaged, or improperly functioning components.
• Perform inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities in accordance with technical manuals, specifications, drawings, established procedures, and work instructions.
• Repair or replace defective components and equipment.
• Accurately complete maintenance reports, work orders, records, and daily logs.
• Participate in technical training and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Follow all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a maintenance, manufacturing, industrial, transportation, or related environment.
• Basic knowledge of electrical theory and mechanical systems.
• Experience using a variety of hand tools and basic electronic testing equipment.
• Ability to read and follow maintenance manuals, technical procedures, and work instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school, trade school, or vocational training.
• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience in airport, transit, rail, or transportation maintenance environments.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Third Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM
• Union-represented position
• Must be able to work in a 24/7 operational environment, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Rate: $27.76 per hour

Third Shift Differential: 10% premium

Effective Third Shift Rate: $30.54 per hour

Compensation and certain terms and conditions of employment are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

In addition to competitive pay, Alstom offers employees opportunities for professional development, technical training, and career growth within a global organization focused on sustainable mobility solutions.

Why Join Alstom?

• Work on a critical transportation system serving one of the region's busiest airports.
• Build your skills in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Collaborate with experienced maintenance professionals in a safety-focused environment.
• Access training and development opportunities that support long-term career growth.
• Be part of a global team advancing the future of sustainable transportation.

Equal Opportunity Statement

An agile, inclusive, and responsible culture is the foundation of our company. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, learn, and reach their full potential while being respected and valued as individuals.

Alstom is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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