Facilities Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

The Facilities Maintenance Technician ensures that building infrastructure, utilities, and environmental control systems operate reliably and safely while maintaining compliance with cleanroom standards, safety requirements, and internal procedures. This role supports critical facility operations by performing preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting issues quickly, and partnering closely with cross-functional teams in a cleanroom manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems, including HVAC, air handling units, HEPA filters, chilled water, compressed air, vacuum, and process gas systems.
• Support cleanroom environmental controls by monitoring and maintaining pressure differentials, temperature, humidity, and particle levels within specified limits.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a timely manner to minimize downtime and maintain operational continuity.
• Maintain and update maintenance records, logs, and documentation in accordance with ISO, GMP, and internal company policies.
• Follow all cleanroom contamination control procedures, including proper gowning, sanitization, and cleaning protocols to protect product and equipment.
• Respond promptly to facility alarms, excursions, and emergency situations, working to restore systems to operational standards as quickly and safely as possible.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to support cleanroom operations, resolve issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with equipment installations, qualifications, and calibrations as needed to support facility and production requirements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and company Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs, including safe work practices and adherence to established procedures.
• Engage with vendors and service providers as needed to support maintenance activities and ensure timely completion of external work.
• Provide professional customer service to internal stakeholders by communicating clearly, setting expectations, and following through on maintenance requests.

• At least 3 years of experience in a Facilities Technician or equivalent related role.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, filtration systems, and building utilities.
• Basic understanding of electrical and control systems.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and detailed maintenance procedures accurately.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, test instruments, and maintenance equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in facilities maintenance, HVAC, or cleanroom environment such as manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or semiconductor (preferred).

• Familiarity with ISO cleanroom classifications and GMP regulations (preferred).
• Technical or trade school certification in a relevant field (preferred).
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) and preventive maintenance programs is a plus.
• OSHA safety training such as Lockout/Tagout, confined space, and personal protective equipment (PPE) is preferred.
• Experience working in regulated environments such as manufacturing, pharma, biotech, or semiconductor is advantageous.
• Strong customer service orientation when working with internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Quality, Engineering, and Production.

This opportunity offers a clear path from temporary assignment to potential long-term employment, allowing you to demonstrate your skills and grow with a stable organization. You will work in a structured, safety-focused environment that values compliance, quality, and continuous improvement. The role provides consistent first-shift hours, exposure to advanced cleanroom technologies, and the chance to build expertise in a highly specialized facilities and environmental control setting.

Work Environment

The role is based in a single building that includes cleanroom environments and associated facility systems. Work is performed primarily on a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with occasional on-call responsibilities to support critical facility needs outside of standard hours. You will work around HVAC systems, air handling units, HEPA filtration, chilled water, compressed air, vacuum, and process gas systems, as well as Building Management Systems (BMS). The environment emphasizes strict adherence to ISO and GMP standards, OSHA safety practices, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs. Cleanroom work requires compliance with gowning requirements and contamination control procedures, including proper sanitization and cleaning protocols, to maintain a controlled and safe facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Carlsbad,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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