Facilities Technician III, 2nd Shift

About the role

A Day in the Life: As a Facilities Technician III, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the infrastructure that supports the manufacturing of life-changing medical technologies. This position is ideal for an experienced facilities professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex systems, driving continuous improvement, and working collaboratively across operations to ensure a safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility electrical and mechanical infrastructure to support manufacturing operations.
• Operate, monitor, maintain, and optimize critical utility systems, including: HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems, Water for Injection (WFI) systems, Purified Water systems, Process utility equipment.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on facility equipment in accordance with established maintenance schedules.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and perform repairs while minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity.
• Maintain and repair mechanical components, electrical equipment, motors, pumps, compressors, piping systems, and related facility infrastructure.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), manufacturer specifications, regulatory requirements, and Medtronic safety and quality standards during all maintenance activities.
• Assist with HVAC system setup, maintenance, balancing, and performance optimization.
• Support facility equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspections, and equipment documentation within computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), where applicable.
• Develop, organize, and maintain inventories of maintenance spare parts, tools, and equipment to support efficient operations.
• Recommend purchases of maintenance tools, equipment, replacement parts, and supplies to improve equipment reliability and streamline maintenance activities.
• Partner with Facilities Engineers and cross-functional teams to develop and implement improvements to facility systems, maintenance procedures, and operational processes.
• Assist in troubleshooting utility system issues and identifying root causes to support long-term corrective actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, energy efficiency, safety, and process optimization.
• Support facility shutdowns, startup activities, and equipment qualifications as needed.
• Respond to facility-related emergencies and support on-call maintenance activities, when required.
• Promote a safe working environment by following all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies and identifying opportunities to improve workplace safety.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Experience maintaining HVAC systems, chilled water, compressed air, purified water, WFI, or other critical utility systems.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, motors, pumps, compressors, valves, piping, and mechanical equipment.
• Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Experience using CMMS software for work order management and maintenance documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Understanding of GMP, FDA, ISO, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety requirements, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and safe work practices.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with standard maintenance hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

• Technical proficiency in HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits

For more information about Medtronic’s benefits package, visit: Medtronic Benefits and Compensation Plans.

Pay

$59,200.00 - $88,800.00 USD

Schedule

This is a fully onsite position (2nd shift) based in Eatontown, NJ.