Biotech Facilities Maintenance Tech II — GMP/HVAC

Kite Pharma

Frederick (MD)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 104,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus
Stock-based long-term incentives
Paid time off
Medical, dental, vision & life保险
Company-sponsored benefits

Job summary

Kite Pharma seeks a Facilities Maintenance professional in Frederick, MD to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of process manufacturing equipment while ensuring GMP compliance and safe operations. The role requires hands-on expertise with HVAC, purified water systems, electrical and control systems, and the ability to document activities in GDP-compliant records.

You will support multi-shift operations, follow SOPs, and respond to emergencies, with opportunities for growth in a

Qualifications

  • Requires a GMP facility background with HVAC, electrical, process systems, plumbing and general maintenance.
  • Experience maintaining pharma/biotech facilities with strict GMP controls.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work under tight timelines.
  • Knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical, Process, Civil, Structural, Environmental disciplines.

Responsibilities

  • Performs installation, maintenance, and repairs of process manufacturing equipment.
  • Provides general maintenance support including HVAC, boilers, AHUs, purified water systems, air compressors and light electrical installations.
  • Proficient with Building Management System (BMS) and controls.
  • Monitors EMS/BMS systems to keep facilities and equipment within spec.
  • Locates failures, replaces components, and troubleshoots using drawings and manuals.
  • Uses hand, power and test tools; coordinates maintenance with supervisor.
  • Creates or revises SOPs and maintenance plans.
  • Follows GMPs and safety regulations; responds to emergencies by phone.
  • Maintains cGMP-compliant records and GDP documentation.
  • Works multi-shift as required and may travel for business.
  • Has electrical acumen incl. single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics and specs.
  • Has mechanical/electrical acumen incl. HVAC, purified water, facilities utilities, P&IDs.
  • Observes deviations and coordinates corrective actions with Facilities staff.
  • Possesses gowning certification for Grade B and respiratory protection program.”

Skills

35kV switchgear operation
Control automation
PLC experience
EPA Universal CFC Certification
Read blueprints & diagrams
Electrical wiring & relays
Electrical & mechanical acumen
MS Office proficiency
GMP knowledge
Strong work ethic & reliability

Education

High School Diploma + 5 years biotech GMP maintenance
AAS degree + 4 years biotech GMP maintenance

Tools

PLC programming tools

Job description

Kite Pharma seeks a Facilities Maintenance professional in Frederick, MD to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of process manufacturing equipment while ensuring GMP compliance and safe operations. The role requires hands-on expertise with HVAC, purified water systems, electrical and control systems, and the ability to document activities in GDP-compliant records.

You will support multi-shift operations, follow SOPs, and respond to emergencies, with opportunities for growth in a

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