Clean Utilities Technician (Nights)
About The Position
Ultra-Pure Water (Clean Utilities) Technicians support manufacturing by starting up, operating, monitoring, maintaining, and shutting down clean utility systems and equipment in Clean Utility mechanical rooms. The role contributes to a science-driven organization focused on making a difference to patients worldwide. The position is based in Rensselaer, New York. The regular shift is Sunday through Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; training is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for up to six months. The technician participates in a rotational on-call schedule. The level—Technician II or III—will be determined based on qualifications. The role requires working in a cleanroom while wearing full cleanroom attire and being able to meet physical requirements throughout shifts of up to 10 hours. Jewelry, makeup, and nail adornments must be removed when wearing cleanroom attire. Physical activities may include bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, overhead reaching, sitting, squatting, walking, standing, driving, hand manipulation, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- An AAS degree, preferably in an Engineering- or Construction Technologies-related field, with the applicable experience for the level; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED with the stated higher experience threshold.
- For Clean Utilities Technician II: at least 2 years of related experience, or a high school diploma/GED and at least 5 years of related experience.
- For Clean Utilities Technician III: at least 5 years of related experience, or a high school diploma/GED and at least 8 years of related experience.
- Ability to read and/or understand piping, electrical, and instrumentation drawings.
- Basic troubleshooting skills related to the water room and mechanical proficiency.
- Understanding of additional mechanical equipment and systems, including pharmaceutical compressed air, domestic water lines, plant steam, and high/low pressure condensate return systems.
- Participate in a rotational on-call schedule.
- Ability to work in full cleanroom attire and meet the described physical requirements for shifts of up to 10 hours, including lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience maintaining and operating a large-scale utilities plant.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on clean utilities and systems that support manufacturing.
- Maintain water rooms and related equipment, including pumps, motors, Water for Injection (WFI) stills, Clean Steam Generators, and piping.
- Troubleshoot and perform hands-on repairs on clean utility equipment and systems, including WFI point-of-use flushing.
- Maintain documents and records for validated equipment and systems.
- Coordinate repair and maintenance schedules for clean utility systems with other departments and contractors.
- Monitor and control systems using computer-driven Business Automation System (BAS) and PLC controls.
- Communicate and coordinate with departments and Facilities Management when planned or unplanned work events occur.
Benefits
- Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, which may include annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and family support benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
