Industrial Maintenance Technician
Piper Companies · Holly Springs, NC · 5 days ago
On-siteManagement$35–$50/hrContract
Responsibilities
- Support commissioning and qualification activities for bioreactors, water systems, process equipment, and utility systems.
- Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repairs, including correcting system deficiencies, repairing leaks, and verifying valve positions.
- Execute system walkdowns and verify equipment installation against P&IDs and design documentation.
- Auxiliary with equipment calibrations and functional testing to ensure systems are ready for operation.
- Support the integration and startup of automated systems by ensuring mechanical and process equipment are functioning properly.
- Work closely with engineers, mechanics, and CQV personnel to identify and resolve startup and commissioning issues.
- Utilize hand and power tools to perform equipment adjustments, repairs, and system modifications as needed.
- Participate in commissioning, turnover, startup, and qualification activities to support project milestones.
- Maintain compliance with site safety requirements and industry best practices.
- Document completed activities and communicate system status updates to project stakeholders.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- No college degree required.
- Experience performing mechanical maintenance, commissioning, qualification, construction, industrial maintenance, or related field work.
- Ability to read and walk down P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams).
- Experience using common hand and power tools.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in hands-on, field-based work.
- Understanding of piping systems, valves, pumps, and process equipment preferred.
- Pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing experience preferred.
- Ability to work safely in an active construction and startup environment.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with engineering and commissioning teams.
- Open to candidates with a few years of experience as well as seasoned professionals.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay: $35–$50/hour
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), and paid sick leave as required by law
- Long-term contract opportunity with approximately 12 months of project work.
- Opportunity to support a major pharmaceutical facility startup and gain valuable CQV experience.
- Collaborative environment working alongside engineers and experienced commissioning professionals.