Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Staff Management Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our client in Chestnut Ridge, NY.

Schedule:

• 1st Shift: 8AM - 4:30PM
• Monday - Friday
• Plus overtime

Pay Rate:

• $32 - $38 / hour

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician (Facilities/HVAC) is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of facility equipment, HVAC systems, utilities, and manufacturing support systems in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This position supports cGMP operations while ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Job Responsibilities

• HVAC & Utilities
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC systems, RTUs, AHUs, exhaust systems, chillers, boilers, VAVs, pumps, and associated controls.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control issues related to HVAC equipment.
• Monitor and maintain compressed air systems, purified water systems, steam generators, and utility equipment.
• Respond to facility and environmental alarms through EMS/BMS systems.
• Facilities Maintenance
• Perform repairs involving plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• Support facility improvement projects and equipment installations.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors performing maintenance or repair work.
• Maintain facility equipment in a safe and operational condition.
• Compliance & Documentation
• Complete work orders, PMs, and maintenance documentation in CMMS.
• Follow cGMP, FDA, OSHA, and company safety requirements.
• Assist with audits, inspections, deviations, CAPAs, and corrective actions as required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and calibration documentation.
• Troubleshooting & Reliability
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in root cause investigations.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
• Minimize downtime through proactive maintenance practices.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of facilities maintenance or HVAC experience in an industrial, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of: HVAC systems, Boilers and chillers, Air compressors, Pumps and motors
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
• Ability to read electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical drawings.
• Basic computer skills and CMMS experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• EPA Universal Certification.
• Trade school, vocational training, or technical degree.
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• Experience with BMS/EMS systems.
• Experience with purified water systems and cleanroom environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work on rooftops.
• Ability to work in mechanical rooms and manufacturing areas.
• Ability to wear required PPE.

Schedule Requirements

• Must be available for overtime as needed.
• Must be available for weekends and on-call support.
• Must be willing to support emergency facility issues outside normal working hours.

Additional Information

Staff Management Group is an equal employment opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or citizenship status.

About Staff Management Group: Staff Management Group has over 30 years of experience placing staffing candidates in distribution, manufacturing, production, assembly, and clerical positions. Staff Management Group is one of New Jersey's leading staffing and recruiting agencies specializing in light industrial and clerical staffing. Come join the team!