CQV STW Maintenance Technician

Piper Companies; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a CQV STW Maintenance Technician to support commissioning, qualification, startup, and turnover for critical industrial systems. This 12-month contract requires onsite work five days a week in Holly Springs, NC, with a salary range of $80,000–$100,000 per year.

The role emphasizes energizing live utility and process systems, thorough documentation, and adherence to GDP and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience energizing live utility or process systems.
• Experience supporting commissioning/startup/turnover activities.
• Strong knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and industrial safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Execute Set to Work (STW) protocols to energize direct impact systems and prep for commissioning.
• Review STW procedures, system prerequisites, LOTO requirements, energization plans.
• Safely energize electrical, utility, and process systems using approved drawings and procedures.
• Perform loop checks, calibration support, motor rotation checks, and pre-commissioning tests.
• Coordinate startup activities with CQV Area and System Leads to support schedules.
• Maintain accurate documentation of STW activities per GDP.
• Manage project tools and equipment and operate scissor lifts as required.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical experience

Electrical systems

LOTO procedures

Safety practices

Tools

Control systems

Automation equipment

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a CQV STW Maintenance Technician to support commissioning, qualification, startup, and turnover activities for critical industrial systems. This Maintenance Technician is responsible for safely energizing direct impact systems following mechanical completion and preparing them for commissioning and qualification activities. The ideal candidate will have experience working with industrial utilities, control systems, and startup operations in a fast-paced project environment. This is a 12-month contract opportunity needing to be onsite 5 days a week in Holly Spring, NC.

Responsibilities of the CQV STW Maintenance Technician include:

• Execute Set to Work (STW) protocols to safely energize direct impact systems and prepare them for commissioning and qualification activities.
• Review and understand STW procedures, including system prerequisites, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements, and energization plans.
• Safely energize electrical, utility, and process systems using approved drawings and established procedures.
• Perform loop checks, calibration support, motor rotation checks, and other pre-commissioning functional tests.
• Coordinate startup activities with CQV Area and System Leads to support project schedules and avoid impacts to commissioning efforts.
• Maintain accurate documentation of STW activities in accordance with project Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Maintain control and accountability of project tools and equipment as well as operate scissor lifts and other approved equipment as required.

Qualifications for the CQV STW Maintenance Technician include:

• Minimum of 5 years of industrial, mechanical, maintenance, or related technical experience.
• Experience working with and safely energizing live utility, electrical, or process systems.
• Experience supporting commissioning, startup, turnover, maintenance, or industrial operations activities.
• Working knowledge of industrial control systems, automation equipment, and related technologies.
• Ability to independently walk down systems and verify installations against approved drawings.
• Strong understanding of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and industrial safety practices.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.

Compensation for the CQV STW Maintenance Technician includes:

• Salary Range: $80,000 – $100,000/year
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and applicable sick leave

Keywords: CQV, Commissioning, Qualification, Startup, Turnover, Set to Work (STW), Mechanical Completion, Maintenance Technician, Industrial Maintenance, Industrial Utilities, Energization, Live Utility Systems, Electrical Systems, Process Systems, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Industrial Safety, OSHA, Control Systems, Automation Systems, Loop Checks, Calibration, Motor Rotation Checks, Functional Testing, Pre-Commissioning, System Walkdowns, Troubleshooting, Repairs, Engineering Drawings, P&IDs, Project Execution, Startup Support, Utility Systems, Equipment Verification, Industrial Controls, Operations Support, Maintenance Operations, System Testing, Electrical Troubleshooting, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Validation Support, Commissioning Support, GMP, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotech Manufacturing, Equipment Qualification, Construction Turnover, Operations Readiness, Field Execution, Engineering Support.

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This job is open for applications on 11/5/2026 and will remain open for at least 30 days from the posting date