Principal Facilities Technician, HVAC

Terumo•Elkton, MD

2d•$42 - $58

About The Position

This position is responsible for being an Expert/Lead in HVAC maintenance and the more complex repair and/or replacement of various types of facilities infrastructure in support of a medical device cleanroom manufacturing facility. The primary responsibility is to act as the Expert/Lead technician in the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) of plant HVAC and equipment while working independently to perform a wide range of complex duties under general guidance. This position is the front-line Facilities Technician responsible for resolving customer complaints regarding the building's HVAC. This position is responsible for coordination between vendors and contractors including the creation and definition of the scope of work, obtaining vendor proposals and approvals, and overseeing contracted services. This position requires advanced knowledge of HVAC, plant operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and provides training, mentorship, delegating and reviews the work of Technicians earlier in their career.

Requirements

Requires excellent HVAC aptitude with problem solving skills.
Expert at reading engineering documents and drawings, schematic drawings, shop drawings, operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals, etc.
Subject Matter Expert knowledge of HVAC systems including Air Handling Units, Refrigeration, Fans, Variable Air Volume (VAV) Terminal Boxes, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Boilers, Coils, Compressed Air Systems, Pumps, Building Automation System (BAS), Heat Exchangers, Pressure Vessels, and other facilities related systems.
Strong knowledge of the requirements of a Cleanroom medical device manufacturing environment as outlined in ISO 14644-1, including air filtration for particulate control, airflow control, gowning procedures, airlocks, pass-through chambers, surface materials, environmental monitoring, etc.
Strong organization and record-keeping ability.
Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, Federal, State, and Local regulatory requirements.
Effective written and oral communication skills and ability to interact and communicate with a variety of groups (Engineering, Production, EHS, HR, etc.).
Excellent ability to safely use various hand tools, portable power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
Familiarity with Site Services and Maintenance Systems is preferred (e.g. Chiller, Boiler, Water Treatment, etc.).
Computer: Skilled with MS Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel); familiarity with purchasing systems (e.g. SAP Ariba);
Computer: Skilled with CMMS (e.g. Maximo, SAP S4 Hana Fiori) for work order tracking
Ability to work well under pressure in order to meet commitments, both indoors and outdoors in all climates, and be available 24/7 if needed. This position may require alternate shift coverage for limited durations.
Demonstrated ability to work on multiple tasks, including setting and communicating priorities and schedules.
Demonstrated ability to be innovative, self-motivated with minimal supervision.
Ability to operate manlifts, trucks, and forklifts to perform daily maintenance activities and support project execution; Use proper rigging techniques to lift equipment to perform work.
Ability to fabricate and install various piping systems including steel, stainless, copper (sweated/compression), composite piping and glue joints preferred
Must obtain acceptable background check as determined by TMC’s reviewing official.
Requires a high school diploma or GED
HVAC/R Masters License in Maryland required
Minimum of 8-10 years of specialized experience in facilities engineering, HVAC systems, and technical project leadership
Proven ability to lead technical teams, drive process improvements, and support strategic initiatives
Strong background in documentation, SOP development, and cross-functional collaboration

Nice To Haves

Cleanroom manufacturing experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide Expert/Lead troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance; perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems including Air Handling Units, Refrigeration, Fans, Variable Air Volume (VAV) Terminal Boxes, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Boilers, Coils, Compressed Air Systems, Pumps, Building Automation System (BAS), Heat Exchangers, and other facilities related systems.
Lead maintenance on equipment per schedule and specification to maintain reliability of equipment. Document maintenance records to be compliant with Terumo Quality Standards and 21 CFR Part 11 Guidelines for Medical Devices.
Comply with the requirements of a Cleanroom medical device manufacturing environment (ISO 14644-1) including gowning procedures, particulate control, airlocks, pass-through chambers, etc.
Review Service Requests for completeness and accuracy, working with the requestor to ensure job scope and materials are defined. Determine if work will be performed by Facilities Engineering personnel or a contractor or a combination of both.
Lead project scope definition, vendor selection/soliciting vendor pricing (if applicable), estimating project cost, scheduling project work, and coordination in the field.
Develop contract strategies and initiate contracts to reflect scope, period of agreement, and cost. Monitor and address overall contractor performance to ensure they meet expectations. Audit contractor performance including timesheets, safety, quality, cost, and productivity. Document contractor safety orientation with EHS department. Develop and maintain metrics for specific contracts and/or projects (e.g. track expenses, safety performance).
Coordinate complex shutdowns of impacted equipment and systems with stakeholders.
Provide timely communication to stakeholders regarding project scope, schedule, and impact to manufacturing facility.
Keep Facilities Engineering Manager informed on workload, schedule, and work force requirements.
Availability during July and December site shutdowns is required.
Maintain compliance with national, state, and local regulations as well as Terumo EHS procedures and guidelines.
Compliance with EPA and OSHA for hazardous waste control and disposal.
Obtain necessary permits required for specific jobs.
Maintain and update site engineering drawings by providing red-lined as-built upon the completion of all work.
Develop new and maintain existing Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring the needs of the organization are met.
Develop and maintain spare parts inventory.
Prepare and maintain logs, monthly reports, inventory reports, etc., as needed.
Provide training and mentorship to Technicians earlier in their career.
Assign, delegate, and oversee work assignments of early career technicians.
Identify and drive skill development for the team to ensure operational readiness
Assist Facilities Technicians in other disciplines (General Bldg., Electrician, Electro-Mechanical, etc.) as needed.
Infrequent support at other Terumo sites in Somerset, NJ and Allentown, PA.
Performs other job-related duties assigned.