Maintenance Technician, Facilities and Utilities _Evening (556)

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician, Facilities & Utilities, is responsible for the inspection, operation, maintenance, and repair of critical utility systems and associated equipment supporting the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, safety, and waste management systems that support the facility. Position requires knowledge of utility and facilities equipment such as air handlers, boilers, air compressors, chillers, cooling towers, pumps & drives, heat exchangers, air compressors, hot water package units, clean steam and water for injection systems. Troubleshooting expertise on those systems and equipment. Have the capability to assess and perform repairs to critical utility systems to prevent impact on operations. The ideal candidate will have a consistent track record of achieving results in a fast-paced, aseptic manufacturing environment and of maintaining a positive mindset that drives a positive team culture.

This position follows a 2-2-3, 12-hour evening schedule: 6:00 PM-6:30 AM - 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Operate and maintain high-pressure steam boilers, cooling towers, compressors, pumps, and other related equipment following standard operating procedures.
• Perform daily rounds through the site to ensure equipment is in operational condition, complying with company safety policies.
• Read and record pressures, fluid levels, and other operational conditions. Produce computer reports and printouts as needed from results.
• Respond to site infrastructure equipment alarms and perform repairs as needed.
• Capable of performing work in one or more of the following trades: mechanical, pipefitting, HVAC/refrigeration, electrical, or plumbing.
• Troubleshoot utilities and facilities equipment as necessary, working with equipment owners, engineers, and vendors as needed to reach problem resolutions.
• Work with outside contractors to perform equipment repairs or service as needed.
• Partner with engineering, calibration, and spare parts teams to ensure proper inventory of key spare parts.
• Partner with engineering in the development and/or revision, as required, of preventive maintenance (PM) instructions of utilities and facilities equipment and/or systems.
• Completes required paperwork and documentation, work orders, and GMP documents in a clear, accurate, and timely manner.
• Develop and encourage good interpersonal working relationships among Facilities staff and with other customer departments (internal and external).
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Operations, Environmental Health and Safety, and other cross-functional teams to meet production needs.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure a safe and effective working environment.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Ability to quickly adapt and adjust priorities in response to changes in the production schedule due to unforeseen disruptions to minimize impact on operations.
• Periodically on call to monitor and respond to manufacturing equipment repairs and issues.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)
• High school diploma with at least 2 years of experience in executing maintenance to utilities/facilities equipment, or an associate's degree in a technical field.
• Ability to complete all paperwork neatly, correctly, and in accordance with Company guidelines.
• Work with computerized systems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, committed to meeting high-quality standards.
• Knowledge in the operation and maintenance of utility equipment such as boilers, air compressors, HVAC units, etc.
• Overtime and schedule adjustments may be required.


Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Ability to work autonomously and within established guidelines, procedures, and practices.
• Experience in using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the essential duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear. The employee must frequently use their hands or fingers to handle, feel, or control objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. Able to climb stairs and ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs.


The company is an equal opportunity employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with applicable ADA regulations.