Facilities Technician

POSITION OVERVIEW Syner-G is seeking a Facilities Technician III with 5–10 years of experience to support the operation, maintenance, and repair of GMP and non‑GMP facility systems, utilities, and equipment. This role is responsible for performing advanced maintenance activities, troubleshooting complex issues across multiple building systems, and supporting reliability and compliance requirements in laboratory, manufacturing, and utility environments. The Facilities Technician III works with minimal supervision, handles complex technical challenges, and may guide junior staff as needed to ensure safe and efficient facility operations. SHIFT 10‑hour shifts, typically 12:00 am‑10:00 am, Wednesday through Saturday (schedule may vary based on operational coverage needs). WORK LOCATION Travel to client sites may be required depending on project demands and client expectations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Perform advanced preventive and corrective maintenance activities on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, utility, safety, and building systems across GMP and non‑GMP areas. Receive, prioritize, and execute work order requests from employees, tenants, and internal customers, ensuring timely and efficient response to facility needs. Maintain and repair complex utility systems including HVAC and environmental control systems, cold storage systems, compressed air and gas systems, Reverse Osmosis (RO) and Water for Injection (WFI) systems, clean steam generation systems, wastewater treatment systems, boilers, pumps, motors, and fire detection and suppression systems. Perform maintenance on GMP lab and process equipment, including bioreactors, centrifuges, filling machines, chromatography systems, autoclaves, glass washers, and related instrumentation. Inspect facility systems and equipment to identify maintenance needs, operational risks, or abnormal conditions and elevate issues when required. Carry out direct repairs when possible and coordinate specialized contractors or vendors when complex repairs are needed. Work independently with minimal supervision while handling complex maintenance tasks requiring strong technical judgment. Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, equipment logs, inventory tracking, and compliance‑related documentation. Support calibration activities and equipment reliability programs as needed. Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, facility procedures, and applicable GMP or regulatory standards. Provide technical support, guidance, or mentoring to junior technicians as required. Collaborate with cross‑functional partners including Laboratory Operations, Engineering, Quality, Safety, and other stakeholders to support continuous facility operations. Identify and recommend improvements, upgrades, or cost‑effective solutions that enhance system reliability, energy efficiency, or facility performance. Perform additional duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Education High school diploma required; technical trade school certifications or equivalent field experience considered. Registered apprenticeship, trade license (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, pipefitting, wastewater, steam engineering, marine engineering), or equivalent technical training strongly preferred. Experience 5–10 years of relevant experience in facility maintenance, utilities support, or mechanical/electrical building systems. Experience in regulated environments such as cGMP biotech, pharmaceutical, or laboratory operations preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong technical skills in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and building utilities. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex facility issues independently. Proficient in reading schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, loop diagrams, and P&IDs. Familiarity with Building Management Systems and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Effective communication and customer service skills. Ability to perform physical labor and work across multiple facility environments. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of the requirements that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer keyboard and mouse; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit, as well as to lift and carry objects such as books and files weighing up to 25 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, or kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, including moderate noise level, an indoor temperate environment, and light levels that are bright and conducive to minimal eye strain, typical for an office environment. BENEFITS Our total rewards package includes a market‑competitive base salary, annual incentive plan, robust benefits, and ongoing recognition and career development opportunities. Employees also enjoy generous flexible paid time off, company‑paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions, as well as the flexibility to work “almost anywhere.” Office locations are available in Greater Boston; San Diego, CA; Boulder, CO; and India. IMMIGRATION Syner-G is currently unable to sponsor or take on employment visa sponsorship. LEGAL STATEMENT Syner-G is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions—recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination—are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Syner-G is an E‑Verify employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr