Entry-Level Plumbing Technician – MedTech Facilities

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

Job summary

BD is seeking a maintenance helper to support plumbing operations at our USA CT - Canaan site. The role involves assisting plumbers with repair, installation, and replacement of piping, valves, fixtures, pumps, and related components, as well as staging tools and materials for job sites.

Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance on equipment such as air handlers, pumps, fans, compressors, boilers, and chillers; conducting routine inspections; and ensuring housekeeping and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–3 years of maintenance, plumbing, or related trade experience (trade school or apprenticeship coursework a plus).
• 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.

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

Basic mechanical aptitude

Lift 50 lbs

Read and follow procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

BD is seeking a maintenance helper to support plumbing operations at our USA CT - Canaan site. The role involves assisting plumbers with repair, installation, and replacement of piping, valves, fixtures, pumps, and related components, as well as staging tools and materials for job sites.

Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance on equipment such as air handlers, pumps, fans, compressors, boilers, and chillers; conducting routine inspections; and ensuring housekeeping and