Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician

Integra LifeSciences•Braintree, MA

1d•$34 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician plays a critical role within the Braintree site’s Facilities & Engineering organization, supporting the reliable operation of a regulated medical device manufacturing environment. This position serves as a front-line technical leader, bridging Facilities, Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering to ensure facility systems and utilities consistently meet production and compliance requirements. The role operates in a GMP-regulated environment where facility performance has a direct impact on product quality, regulatory compliance, and patient safety. As such, the Lead Technician is responsible not only for executing maintenance activities but also for ensuring all work is performed in accordance with cGMP, FDA (21 CFR Part 820), and ISO 13485 standards, maintaining systems in a validated state at all times. This position provides day-to-day leadership and coordination of maintenance technicians and contractors, ensuring effective prioritization of work aligned with production demands and business objectives. The role requires strong collaboration with Quality Assurance, Validation, and Manufacturing teams to support investigations, manage change controls, and address deviations while minimizing operational risk. The Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for overseeing daily maintenance operations, ensuring building systems operate efficiently, and leading a team of maintenance personnel. This role combines hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities to support a safe, reliable, and well-maintained facility.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (required)
8–10+ years of facilities maintenance experience, including leadership or lead role experience
MA Wastewater License
Strong knowledge of HVAC systems and controls
Strong knowledge of Electrical troubleshooting (low and medium voltage)
Strong knowledge of Plumbing and mechanical systems
Experience with CMMS systems (Blue Mountain RAM preferred)
Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and technical manuals
Ability to prioritize activities to meet production objectives without compromising safety, health, environmental, or quality requirements.
Proven ability to lead and motivate teams
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Effective communication and problem-solving abilities

Nice To Haves

Technical certification or associate degree in a related field (preferred)
HVAC certification (EPA Universal)
OSHA 10/30
Building Operator Certification (BOC) or similar

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and coordinate activities of maintenance technicians and contractors
Assign work orders, prioritize tasks, and ensure timely completion
Provide on-the-job training and guidance to team members
Monitor performance and support continuous improvement initiatives
Perform and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC systems, Electrical systems, Plumbing systems, Building automation systems (BAS/BMS), Compressed air systems, General building infrastructure
Troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues
Ensure equipment operates at optimal efficiency
Manage CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for work order tracking, preventive maintenance scheduling, and asset documentation
Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports
Ensure compliance with OSHA, local, state, and company safety regulations
Conduct safety inspections and enforce safe work practices
Participate in audits and ensure regulatory readiness (e.g., fire systems, emergency systems)
Coordinate with external vendors for specialized maintenance and repairs
Review contractor work for quality and compliance
Assist in vendor selection and performance evaluation
Support capital projects, renovations, and equipment installations
Assist in budgeting, cost tracking, and resource planning
Respond to emergency maintenance issues as needed