Building Maintenance Technician II - Second Shift
Thermo Fisher Scientific · Grand Island, NY · Today
On-siteProduct$18.65–$27.97/hrFull-time
Location: Grand Island, NY
About the Role
The Building Maintenance Technician II will support equipment at a class 2 medical device manufacturing facility producing liquids and dry powder media in cleanroom environments. This role involves hands-on troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and HVAC/utilities systems, as well as maintaining compliance with cGMP and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead hands-on troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and HVAC/utilities systems on manufacturing and packaging equipment.
- Perform, document, and improve preventive maintenance using CMMS.
- Execute calibrations and adjustments on critical instruments per approved procedures and schedules.
- Support equipment changeovers and line setups to meet production schedules.
- Interpret and update technical documentation.
- Maintain strong cGMP documentation practices.
- Ensure compliance with safety policies: LOTO, confined space, arc flash, hot work, chemical handling; drive a proactive safety culture.
- Oversee critical utilities operation and maintenance.
- Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior technicians; contribute to skills matrices and on-the-job training plans.
- Participate in off-shift/after-hours support, rotating on-call coverage, and shutdown/turnaround planning and execution.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; trade/technical school diploma or associate degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience as a cGMP maintenance technician in a pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or medical device manufacturing environment.
- 2+ years demonstrated experience in at least two of the following: mechanical systems, industrial electrical (up to 480V), PLCs/HMIs, instrumentation/calibration, pneumatics/hydraulics, utilities/HVAC.
- Preventative maintenance experience.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and electrical schematics.
- Basic proficiency with PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley/Siemens) preferred.
- Proficiency with CMMS (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo) and maintenance best practices preferred.
- Experience supporting equipment commissioning/qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and completing compliant GMP documentation.
- Solid computer skills: CMMS, Microsoft Office/365.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and mentoring abilities; comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment.
Environmental Conditions
- Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance.
- Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety standards.
- Exposure to cold rooms/freezers (-22°F/-6°C), fluctuating temperatures (hot/cold), and loud noises (equipment/machinery).
- Required use of PPE (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.).
- Standing for full shift.
- Exposure to strong odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products).
- Various outside weather conditions.
- Work in warehouse environments and at heights.
- Handling hazardous/toxic materials.
- Ability to aseptically gown.
- Safety-first mindset.
Pay
Hourly pay range: $18.65–$27.97 (New York). Eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance.
Schedule
Flexible 10-hour shifts, including nights. Additional shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on day 1.
- Paid time off, 10 paid holidays, and paid parental leave (3 weeks bonding, 8 weeks caregiver).
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with stock discount.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Annual performance-based bonus and merit increase.
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits.
- Accident, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
- Career advancement opportunities.