Maintenance Technician

Position: 1 full-time position

Experience: 5–15 years

Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and supporting facility equipment, utilities, and warehouse systems in a GMP-compliant pharmaceutical warehouse environment. This role ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of building systems while maintaining compliance with GMP, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Facility and Equipment Maintenance

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on warehouse equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC equipment.
• Support maintenance of dock levelers, roll-up doors, conveyors, pallet-handling equipment, and automated warehouse systems.
• Assist with the operation and maintenance of temperature-controlled storage areas.
• Monitor facility equipment performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

GMP Compliance

• Follow GMP, GDP, and company procedures during all maintenance activities.
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately and promptly.
• Maintain work orders, preventive maintenance records, and maintenance logs in compliance with company standards.
• Participate in investigations, CAPA activities, and change-control processes as required.
• Support internal and external audits and inspections.

Utilities and Building Systems

• Monitor and support HVAC, electrical, and compressed-air systems, as well as emergency generators.
• Perform routine inspections of facility and utility equipment.
• Assist with calibration activities and vendor service coordination.
• Support inspections of fire alarm, sprinkler, and life-safety systems.

Safety

• Follow company safety procedures, including LOTO and PPE requirements.
• Report unsafe conditions and participate in safety initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Vendor and Contractor Coordination

• Support external contractors performing maintenance and repair activities.
• Escort and monitor vendors working in GMP areas.
• Verify that contractor work is completed safely and in compliance with site requirements.

Management Responsibility

None

Reports to

Site Head

Requirements

Knowledge and Skills

• Basic understanding of GMP, GDP, OSHA, and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of electrical troubleshooting, motors, pumps, conveyors, and building systems.
• Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and facility drawings.
• Experience with CMMS systems preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Experience and Education

• High school diploma or GED required. Technical school or trade certification preferred.
• At least 5 years of industrial, warehouse, or manufacturing maintenance experience. Experience in GMP or other regulated environments preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• HVAC certification
• EPA refrigerant certification
• Electrical license or industrial maintenance certification
• Forklift and scissor lift certification
• Experience in pharmaceutical or FDA-regulated facilities

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical work for extended periods.

Travel

Disclaimer

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.