Senior Maintenance Technician – HVAC

About the Role

Piramal Pharma Solutions is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician – HVAC to serve as the site's lead HVAC technical resource supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, optimization, and reliability of commercial and industrial HVAC systems and critical facility utilities. The Senior Maintenance Technician-HVAC provides technical guidance to maintenance personnel, supports preventive maintenance program development, coordinates contractor activities, and leads troubleshooting of complex HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, and utility systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced HVAC Technical Support
  • Serve as the site's subject matter expert for HVAC and refrigeration systems.
  • Lead troubleshooting and repair of complex HVAC equipment and environmental control systems.
  • Maintain and optimize: Air Handling Units (AHUs), Rooftop Units (RTUs), Chillers, Refrigeration systems, Freezers and cold rooms, Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS).
  • Perform advanced diagnostics of compressors, controls, motors, sensors, VFDs, refrigeration systems, and HVAC equipment.
  • Evaluate equipment failures and implement long-term corrective actions to improve reliability and performance.
• Utilities & Facility Systems
  • Lead maintenance activities associated with: HVAC systems, Compressed air systems, Chilled water systems, Glycol systems, Steam and condensate systems, Facility utility infrastructure.
  • Support installation, commissioning, qualification, and startup of utility equipment.
  • Assist with capital projects and facility improvements.
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment operating up to 480V.
• Reliability & Continuous Improvement
  • Develop, improve, and optimize preventive maintenance programs.
  • Analyze maintenance trends and recommend corrective actions.
  • Lead initiatives that improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
  • Assist with spare parts strategy and inventory management.
• Leadership & Technical Guidance
  • Provide mentoring and technical training to maintenance personnel.
  • Coordinate and oversee HVAC contractors and service providers.
  • Support maintenance planning and scheduling activities.
  • Assist management with prioritization of maintenance projects and resources.
• Compliance & Documentation
  • Ensure GMP-compliant maintenance documentation and recordkeeping.
  • Utilize CMMS systems to manage work orders and asset maintenance histories.
  • Support audits, inspections, deviations, investigations, and CAPA activities.
  • Ensure compliance with FDA, OSHA, environmental, and corporate standards.

Required Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Technical Trade School, Journeyman Certification, or equivalent HVAC technical training.
• Minimum 5-7 years of commercial and industrial HVAC experience supporting manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 5 years of experience within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex HVAC, refrigeration, utility, and facility support systems.
• Strong experience working with electrical systems up to 480V, including motors, motor controls, VFDs, and related equipment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting commercial and industrial HVAC equipment including AHUs, RTUs, chillers, BAS/BMS controls, and refrigeration systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation drawings.

Preferred Experience

• Experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, food, or other GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting FDA-regulated facilities.
• Experience supporting Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS).
• Experience with CMMS platforms such as SAP or equivalent systems.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced understanding of commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Strong knowledge of chilled water, steam, condensate, compressed air, glycol, and facility utility systems.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills involving HVAC controls, VFDs, motors, refrigeration systems, and 480V electrical systems.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving capabilities in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lead technical projects and mentor team members.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance.