Biotech Process Maintenance Technician — PTO & 401(k) Match

Locus AG; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Locus Fermentation Solutions is seeking a skilled Process Maintenance Technician to join our Peoria fermentation plant. You will maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and process equipment, performing preventive maintenance and repairs to support production goals.

The role requires a strong safety mindset and experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, with opportunities to collaborate across engineering and operations teams.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; an associated degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems; HVAC, boilers, and pumps familiarity is a plus.
• Welding experience (acetylene torch, TIG/MIG) is a plus.
• Certifications in HVAC or industrial maintenance are advantageous.
• Able to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals; strong troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems (HVAC, boilers, plumbing, electrical, and other mechanical systems).
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair process equipment to minimize downtime and ensure safety and compliance.
• Monitor water treatment, wastewater, and other facility systems for regulatory compliance.
• Inspect and maintain piping, valves, and pumps used in fermentation processes.
• Follow safety protocols including LOTO, confined spaces, and hazardous materials handling.
• Maintain maintenance records and develop preventive maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with production and quality teams to minimize disruption.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts and tools; document performance metrics.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing systems

Reading blueprints

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree in industrial maintenance

Tools

HVAC certification

Industrial maintenance certification (CMRP/CFMA)

Job description

Locus Fermentation Solutions is seeking a skilled Process Maintenance Technician to join our Peoria fermentation plant. You will maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and process equipment, performing preventive maintenance and repairs to support production goals.

The role requires a strong safety mindset and experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, with opportunities to collaborate across engineering and operations teams.