Entry-Level Plumbing Maintenance Technician (Manufacturing)

BD; North Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards program

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Job summary

BD is seeking a Maintenance/Plumbing Support Technician in USA CT - Canaan to assist the plumber with repair, installation and replacement of piping, valves, fixtures, pumps and related components within a GMP manufacturing environment. The role requires 0–3 years of maintenance or plumbing experience, a high school diploma or GED, basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

You’ll work scheduled shifts, with possible after-hours support in a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 0-3 years of maintenance or plumbing experience.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in mechanical rooms, rooftops.
• Ability to read and follow procedures, checklists, and work orders.
• Willingness to work scheduled shifts, with possible after-hours support in a 24/7 operation and potential holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the plumber with repair, installation, and replacement of piping, valves, fixtures, pumps, and related components.
• Stage and transport tools, materials, and parts to the job site, and assist with setup and cleanup.
• Support shutdowns, isolations, drain-downs, flushing, and restarts of plumbing and utility systems under the plumber's direction.
• Assist with routine inspections of restrooms, break areas, emergency showers and eyewashes, water heaters, backflow preventers, and floor drains.
• Perform assigned PM work orders on schedule, including equipment inspections, filter changes, lubrication, and belt replacements.
• Support PM work on air handlers, pumps, fans, compressors, boilers, and chillers as assigned.
• Perform routine rounds and report leaks, unusual noise, vibration, temperature changes, and alarms.
• Keep mechanical rooms, work areas, and tool storage clean and organized.
• Complete work order close-out accurately, including labor, parts used, and findings.
• Report deficiencies, repeat failures, and safety concerns to the plumber or supervisor promptly.
• Follow lockout/tagout, confined space, working-at-height, and PPE requirements.
• Follow GMP and site documentation practices in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read procedures

Lifting 50 lbs

Plumbing knowledge

OSHA 10

Willing to work shifts

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

BD is seeking a Maintenance/Plumbing Support Technician in USA CT - Canaan to assist the plumber with repair, installation and replacement of piping, valves, fixtures, pumps and related components within a GMP manufacturing environment. The role requires 0–3 years of maintenance or plumbing experience, a high school diploma or GED, basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

You’ll work scheduled shifts, with possible after-hours support in a 24/7 operation.