Facilities Technician III

Lonza; Greenwood (SC); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Career development

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Lonza is seeking a Facilities Technician III to support site operations in Greenwood by maintaining critical facility systems. You will ensure a safe, reliable environment that enables life-changing science, and may respond in emergencies.

The role includes on-site responsibilities and there is a company cell phone for on-site use. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance on HVAC, exhaust fans, water, fire, and facility systems, along with repairs to doors, sinks, floors, walls, and

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance of facility or building systems in industrial/commercial settings.
• Basic mechanical, electrical, plumbing and pump repair skills.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems and refrigerant handling practices.
• Follow safety procedures, Permits and documentation requirements.
• Willingness to work a 40-hour week, including weekends/holidays and shutdowns.
• Team-oriented, able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable attendance on site as an essential function.
• High School Diploma; technical degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, exhaust fans, water, fire, and facility systems.
• Complete reactive maintenance and troubleshooting for building and utility equipment.
• Carry out general building repairs including doors, sinks, floors, walls, and painting.
• Support grounds maintenance such as gates, signage installation, and site fixtures.
• Coordinate with contractors to support maintenance, repairs, and system improvements.
• Maintain accurate equipment records and keep work areas clean and orderly.
• Support emergency response activities and provide backup coverage for team members.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Mechanical skills

Electrical basics

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

HVAC systems

Job description

Facilities Technician III (5 days, 8hr shift)

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that's the kind of work we want to be part of.

In this role, you will support site operations in Greenwood by maintaining critical facility systems. You will help ensure a safe, reliable, and efficient environment that enables life-changing science. The position does carry a company cell phone for use on site as well as responding in emergency situations.

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities to build skills across multiple facility systems.
• The full list of our global benefits can be found on lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do

• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, exhaust fans, water, fire, and facility systems.
• Complete reactive maintenance and troubleshooting for building and utility equipment.
• Carry out general building repairs including doors, sinks, floors, walls, and painting.
• Support grounds maintenance such as gates, signage installation, and site fixtures.
• Coordinate with contractors to support maintenance, repairs, and system improvements.
• Maintain accurate equipment records and keep work areas clean and orderly.
• Support emergency response activities and provide backup coverage for team members.

What we are looking for

• Hands-on experience maintaining facility or building systems in an industrial or commercial setting.
• Basic mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and pump repair skills.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems and refrigerant handling practices.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, permits, and documentation requirements.
• Willingness to work a 40-hour week, including weekends or holidays and working plant shutdowns when needed.
• Team-oriented approach and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable attendance on site as an essential function of the role.
• High School Diploma (Technical Degree Preferred).

Every day, Lonza's products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.