Building Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Building Maintenance TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Building Maintenance Technician maintains the operational reliability and integrity of a new cGMP manufacturing facility. This role performs preventive, routine, and non-routine maintenance on facility and utility equipment, investigates and resolves equipment issues, and ensures all work is documented in validated systems in accordance with GMP and SOP requirements. The technician supports critical utility systems, responds to alarms and adverse conditions, and contributes to continuous improvement of building and utility operations in a regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the overall operation and integrity of a new cGMP manufacturing facility, with a focus on building and utility systems.
• Perform preventive, routine, and non-routine maintenance on facilities and utility equipment to ensure reliable performance.
• Document all maintenance activities in validated systems, including equipment logs, readings, work orders, and alarm investigations, in compliance with GMP and SOP requirements.
• Conduct thorough rounds of building utility systems and facility grounds to identify issues and ensure proper operation and condition.
• Investigate equipment failures, determine root causes, and serve as a system expert for troubleshooting and repairs.
• Respond promptly to critical alarms for utility systems and take appropriate actions to protect product, equipment, and facility operations.
• Respond to adverse operating conditions and implement corrective actions to restore utilities and facilities equipment to normal operation.
• Ensure contractor compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures, including Hot Work and Lock Out Tag Out requirements.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with responsible engineers and other cross-functional partners to resolve equipment and system issues.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in all maintenance and documentation activities.
• Assess equipment and system performance, identify improvement opportunities, and provide recommendations for system upgrades or modifications.
• Perform small projects and assigned tasks from the Facilities Manager, including minor installations, upgrades, and repairs.
• Participate in GMP process on-call responsibilities and support after-hours response to facilities and process equipment needs.
• Perform general repairs and preventive maintenance on building and utilities infrastructure, including electrical and mechanical systems.
• Utilize the Building Management System (BMS) and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), where applicable, to monitor systems and manage work orders.
• Apply formal problem-solving techniques to diagnose and resolve recurring or complex equipment and system issues.
• Safely lift up to 50 pounds to a height of 4 feet as required for maintenance tasks.
• Support and maintain compliance with FDA/EMA and other regulatory expectations related to facilities and utilities in a biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Be available to work evenings and/or weekends as needed to maintain facilities and process equipment.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of experience in facilities maintenance or building maintenance.
• Strong experience in facilities maintenance, including general building repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with utility systems within a regulated industry.
• Practical knowledge of GMPs and experience working in an SOP-driven environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on facilities and utility equipment.
• Ability to use and update validated systems for maintenance documentation, including logs, readings, and investigations.
• Understanding of building and utilities maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) for monitoring and controlling building utilities.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and experience resolving equipment failures.
• Computer skills sufficient to work with maintenance systems and documentation tools.
• Training or experience in formal problem-solving techniques.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with engineers and other stakeholders.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to a height of 4 feet.
• Willingness and availability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed to maintain facilities and process equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Any relevant licensure or certifications in facilities, electrical, mechanical, or building maintenance are preferred.
• Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is preferred.
• Direct experience supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing processes within an FDA/EMA-regulated environment is preferred.
• Prior experience as a Facilities Technician in a complex pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience with most of the following unit operations or technologies related to building and utilities maintenance is advantageous.
• Familiarity with EHS requirements, including Hot Work permits and Lock Out Tag Out procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in on-call rotations for GMP process and facilities support.

Why Work Here?Join a financially stable organization in a growing biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment where facilities and utilities are recognized as critical to operational success. You will work with modern cGMP systems and technologies, gain exposure to regulated industry best practices, and have opportunities to transition from a contingent role to a full-time position. The schedule structure supports work-life balance with 10-hour shifts over four days per week, and the culture values safety, quality, and collaboration across engineering, operations, and facilities teams. Work EnvironmentThis role operates within a bio/pharma manufacturing facility that follows cGMP and FDA/EMA regulatory standards. The work involves maintaining building and utility systems, including electrical, mechanical, and process-related utilities, supported by a Building Management System (BMS) and, where used, a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). The facility runs day and night shifts, with 10-hour shifts on a MondayThursday or TuesdayFriday schedule. Day shifts typically run from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and night shifts typically run from 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. The environment requires adherence to strict safety and EHS procedures, including Hot Work and Lock Out Tag Out. Work may include evenings and weekends to support critical equipment and utilities, and requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds to a height of 4 feet. The setting is a regulated manufacturing site where cleanliness, proper attire, and compliance with SOPs and GMPs are essential. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainville, MA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.80/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainville, MA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Plainville,MA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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