Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician to provide essential facilities-related mechanical, utility, and mission-critical infrastructure services at a complex biotech manufacturing, distribution, R&D, and data center site. The role involves equipment and facility installation, repair, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance. This position works on the 2nd shift, Monday through Friday, from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, with an on-call rotation required.
Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of all infrastructure systems and operations.
• Respond to alarms related to site infrastructure, utility, and IT mission-critical equipment and execute repair and mitigation activities.
• Restore critical environments to their original maintenance condition following repairs or interventions.
• Support infrastructure facility needs to ensure continuous operations.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting on HVAC, boilers, pure steam generators, autoclaves, glassware washers, RODI, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, and pneumatic systems.
• Operate and support mission-critical IT data center infrastructure, including CRAC units and UPS systems.
• Complete preventative maintenance on equipment and building systems as per department procedures.
• Participate in emergency on-call rotation.
• Provide guidance, training, and on-the-job coaching to junior personnel.
• Author and revise Preventive Maintenance procedures, SOPs, job plans, and work instructions.
• Contribute to GMP quality records and author independently when assigned.
• Maintain accurate records of building operations, repairs, and PM activities in the CMMS.
• Utilize the Building Management System to monitor alarms and support troubleshooting.
• Monitor critical plant systems through rounds, meter readings, and field inspections.
• Coordinate planned work in data center and server room spaces with IT and adhere to change control procedures.
• Support commissioning and qualification of new and modified utility and facility systems.
• Comply with all site EH&S requirements, including safety and chemical handling protocols.
• Identify recurring failures and recommend improvements.
• Ensure continuous operation of HVAC, utility, and mission-critical IT support systems.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 years of facilities or utilities maintenance experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Proven working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration equipment and systems.
• Experience with IT data center and mission-critical systems, including CRAC units and UPS systems.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Strong knowledge of Building Management System (BMS) and CMMS.
• Experience contributing to GMP documentation, including Preventive Maintenance procedures and SOPs.
• Experience in emergency response and critical system recovery.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in multiple relevant mechanical and/or electrical trades.
• EPA Section 608 Universal CFC certification.
• OSHA 10-hour General Industry certification.
• Valid driver's license.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Maryland Stationary Engineer license (any grade) preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour General Industry certification.
• Experience with Blue Mountain RAM or equivalent validated GMP CMMS.
• Experience with BMS platforms such as Siemens Desigo Insight, Siemens Desigo CC, Johnson Controls Metasys, or Honeywell.
• Boiler operator license (High or Low Pressure).
• Ability to develop reliability reports.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a group setting.

Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic team where your skills and expertise in facilities maintenance are valued. Enjoy a supportive work environment that offers opportunities for growth and development. We prioritize work-life balance and provide a collaborative culture where innovation and teamwork thrive.
Work Environment
This role is based on a complex biotech site that includes manufacturing, distribution, R&D, and data center facilities. The work involves a second shift schedule, with potential for shift differentials after conversion to permanent. The environment requires adherence to safety and regulatory standards, and employees must be prepared for on-call emergencies.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Frederick, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Frederick, MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Frederick,MD.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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