Maintenance Technician

Title: Maintenance Technician/Facilities Maintenance

Location: Vista, CA

Type: Contract (First Shift)

Job Details:

Bracing & Support - VMC

Summary:

The Maintenance Technician supports the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our facility. This role combines facilities management responsibilities with hands-on maintenance, ensuring building systems, utilities, and production support equipment operates reliably and in accordance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Performs various tasks which may include but are not limited to:

• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on facility systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other installed systems
• Monitor and maintain critical utilities (e.g., clean rooms, purified water systems, temperature-controlled environments)
• Respond to and troubleshoot facility and equipment issues in a timely manner
• Maintain facility infrastructure including lighting, doors, flooring, and general building systems
• Provide maintenance support for production equipment and manufacturing areas
• Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, and improvements to minimize downtime
• Coordinate with production teams to ensure minimal disruption to operations
• Follow and support GMP, FDA, ISO, and safety regulations
• Complete work orders, maintenance logs, and documentation accurately and on time
• Participate in audits and inspections, addressing findings as needed
• Execute preventive maintenance schedules and recommend improvements
• Identify trends and implement corrective actions to improve reliability
• Ensure calibration and validation support for facility-related systems
• Adhere to all safety protocols and promote a safe work environment
• Identify hazards and participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to facilities and equipment performance
• Assist in coordinating external vendors for specialized repairs or services
• Oversee contractor work to ensure compliance with site standards and safety requirements
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and standard operating procedures across all areas.

Minimum Basic Qualifications:3+ years of experience in facilities maintenance, preferably in a regulated manufacturing environment

• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
• Maintenance Technician experience.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Experience with cleanroom environments and critical utilities is highly desirable
• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree preferred

Travel Requirements: Minimal travel may be required between Vista Manufacturing Center and Carlsbad Headquarters office.

Desired Characteristics: Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities