Electrical Technician II — Maintenance & Reliability

Novartis Group Companies

Durham (NC)

On-site

USD 51,000 - 95,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

Novartis Group of Companies in Durham, NC is seeking a Technician II, Maintenance & Reliability to keep manufacturing equipment operating safely and reliably. You will support maintenance, calibration, and continuous improvement activities in a regulated environment, solving technical challenges and working hands-on with advanced equipment.

The role requires a state license and 3–5 years of relevant experience, with CMMS and PLC familiarity.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Valid State Electrical License (Journeyman or equivalent).
  • 3–5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
  • Industrial manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotech, or utility maintenance experience.
  • PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
  • Experience with building automation systems (BAS/BMS).
  • NFPA 70E, First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
  • Experience with CMMS like SAP PM, Maximo, or similar.

Responsibilities

  • Electrical maintenance and troubleshooting of controls and automation systems.
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings and specs.
  • Implement LOTO and arc flash safety practices.
  • Use testing equipment (multimeters, insulation testers, voltage detectors).
  • Support calibration and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Electrical knowledge
PLC troubleshooting
Electrical safety
Read electrical drawings
Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED
Electrical Technology training
Journeyman electrical license

Tools

SAP PM
Maximo
Allen-Bradley PLCs
Siemens PLCs
BAS/BMS
CMMS software

Job description

Novartis Group of Companies in Durham, NC is seeking a Technician II, Maintenance & Reliability to keep manufacturing equipment operating safely and reliably. You will support maintenance, calibration, and continuous improvement activities in a regulated environment, solving technical challenges and working hands-on with advanced equipment.

The role requires a state license and 3–5 years of relevant experience, with CMMS and PLC familiarity.

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