Facilities Technician 503B (1st shift)

Empower Pharmacy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Empower Pharmacy seeks a Facilities Technician to ensure optimal performance of critical systems including HVAC and water purification. This role supports facility operations through maintenance management and upholding safety standards. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to innovation and quality in healthcare.

Benefits

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Wellness perks

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in facilities maintenance, ideally in a regulated environment.
• Knowledge of HVAC, hydraulic, pneumatic systems.
• Organized self-starter with advanced problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs building systems, including HVAC and water purification.
• Conducts preventive and reactive maintenance on facility systems.
• Manages inventory and logs equipment history.

Skills

Problem-solving

Equipment maintenance

Customer focus

Education

High School Diploma

Advanced degree or trade school (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Location: Houston, Texas 77041, United States

Job Type: FULL TIME

Req# 3580

Manufacturing

Company Overview

Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.

What sets us apart is our relentless focus on four core values: People, Quality, Service and Innovation. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.

You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.

Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.

Position Summary

The Facilities Technician ensures optimal performance of critical systems, including water purification and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, supporting Empower’s mission of providing affordable, innovative medications. This role manages preventive and reactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and upholding safety and regulatory standards for seamless facility operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs building systems, including water purification, water for injection, pure steam, and HVAC equipment like chillers and air compressors.
• Conducts daily preventive and reactive maintenance, supporting manufacturing by assisting with machinery repairs and improvements.
• Supports cleanroom and lab environments by developing maintenance schedules, performing inspections, and servicing work orders with accurate documentation.
• Manages inventory, orders parts and tools, conducts physical inventories, and logs equipment history in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Responds to emergency calls, inspects repair quality, leads projects, and ensures Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliant safety standards.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Knowledge and Skills

• Requires experience in equipment maintenance for building and production, preferably in pharmaceutical or healthcare settings, with knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, HVAC systems, boilers, and chillers, as well as qualifications for entering International Organization for Standardization classified cleanrooms.
• Must be an organized self-starter with advanced problem-solving skills, experience with CMMS, Microsoft Office 365, and the ability to use tools, read schematics, and research technical documents.

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Values

• People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.
• Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.
• Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.
• Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in facilities maintenance required, focusing on Utility equipment operations and preventative maintenance procedures, preferably in a regulated environment.
• High School diploma or equivalent required; advanced degree or trade school preferred.

Employee Benefits, Health, and Wellness

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, well-being, and future, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, wellness perks, IV therapy, and compounded medications. Learn more:https://careers.empowerpharmacy.com/benefits/ - Link Opens in New Tab