Maintenance Technician

Guerbet; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Guerbet in Raleigh, NC, seeks a Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant utilities and facility systems in a GMP environment. You will ensure reliable operation of RO water systems, WFI, and Pure Steam, supporting production while staying compliant and audit-ready.

Shift: 5:30pm–4:00am, Mon-Thu with overtime as needed. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, monitor critical parameters, document tasks per ALCOA, and collaborate with engineering and

Qualifications

• Must have strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting GMP utilities (RO, WFI, Pure Steam).
• Formal HVAC knowledge and ability to work with plant utilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility equipment and GMP utilities (RO, WFI, Pure Steam, HVAC, boilers, chillers).
• Diagnose machine failures and implement repairs to eliminate root causes.
• Conduct troubleshooting to minimize downtime and support manufacturing operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

AS degree preferred

Job description

At Guerbet, we build lasting relationships so that to enable people to live better. This is Our Purpose.

We are a global leader in medical imaging, offering an extensive portfolio of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, digital and AI solutions, for diagnostic and interventional imaging. As a pioneer in the field of contrast products since the last 95 years ,we continuously innovate. We dedicate 10% of our revenue to Research & Development such as to improve the diagnosis, prognosis and quality of life of patients.

Achieve, Cooperate, Care and Innovate are the values that we share and practice on a daily basis.

Working at Guerbet is not only being part of a multicultural team of 2,600 people across more than 20 countries, but, it is above all about playing a unique role in the future of medical imaging.

For more information on Guerbet, go to www.guerbet.com and follow Guerbet on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plant utilities and facility systems in a pharmaceutical GMP environment. This role ensures the reliable operation of plant utilities and critical utility systems, including Reverse Osmosis (RO) water systems, Water for Injection (WFI), and Pure Steam generation and distribution systems. The Facility Mechanic will play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations by ensuring facilities and utilities remain compliant, reliable, and audit-ready at all times.

Schedule: 5:30pm-4:00am, M-TH. Overtime as needed, flexibility required.

YOUR ROLE

• Ensure all work is performed following safety policies, GMP standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prioritizes safety in all tasks by adhering to established safety procedures, completing required safety documentation, and ensuring work is performed in a safe and compliant manner.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of mechanical system and process equipment essential for the operation and maintenance of plant utilities and critical utility systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility equipment and critical GMP utility systems (RO, WFI, Pure Steam, HVAC, compressed air, boilers, chillers, etc.).
• Diagnoses machine failure and implement effective repairs to eliminate root causes.
• Conduct troubleshooting and repairs to minimize downtime and ensure continuous support to manufacturing operations.
• Monitor utility performance, record critical parameters, and maintain accurate GMP documentation in compliance with ALCOA principles.
• Work with engineering, maintenance, and manufacturing teams to ensure utilities meet operational needs and compliance requirements.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to utility and facility alarms or emergencies.
• Assist engineering and others with the design, installation, and certifications of installation and modifications to systems and equipment
• Perform scheduled maintenance and testing of fire protection and alarm systems
• Perform scheduled maintenance and testing of security systems
• Identification of proper spare parts inventories for utility and facility related equipment
• Ordering of non-inventory repair parts.
• Perform repairs to facilities

Department Specific/Non-Essential Functions

• Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures and in a manner that eliminates unreasonable risk to health and the environment. Notify management of unsafe conditions or practices, unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to management immediately.
• Assist Engineering and Facilities teams with small capital projects, equipment installation, or facility upgrades.
• Support Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives, such as safety audits, toolbox talks, or emergency drills.
• Provide input for continuous improvement activities to increase reliability, reduce downtime, or improve energy efficiency of utility systems.
• Participate in cross-train in other facility/maintenance functions.
• Assist in inventory management of spare parts and consumables related to utility and facility systems.
• Support contractor oversight during facility or utility service activities.
• Perform general facility maintenance tasks (e.g., lighting, minor carpentry, painting, plumbing) as assigned, outside of GMP-critical systems.
• Contribute to site sustainability initiatives (energy conservation, water reduction, waste minimization).
• Other duties as assigned by the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

YOUR BACKGROUND

• High School Diploma, GED (required)
• Technical School (AS degree preferred)
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of facility maintenance experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other GMP-regulated industry.
• Formal training and working knowledge of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and troubleshooting
• Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting critical GMP utilities including Reverse Osmosis systems, Water for Injection Systems, Pure Steam Systems.
• Experience supporting HVAC systems for cleanrooms.
• Working knowledge of installations and repairs to various distribution systems including but not limited to city water, process water, compressed air and gases, and steam and condensate.
• Strong working knowledge of plant utilities such as boilers, chillers, and air compressors.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing ladders, and working in mechanical/equipment rooms.
• Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must have the ability to kneel and stoop for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, or lifts while following safety procedures.

Cognitive Requirements

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to compliance.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Safety-first mindset with focus on reliability and operational excellence.

Reason to join US

Much more than a Competitive salary,

We offer continued personal development. When you join Guerbet, you :

• Are choosing a global leader with recognized expertise in diagnostic and interventional imaging,
• Are joining our 2820 collaborators who are committed every day to offering innovative solutions to improve quality of patient’s life all over the world,
• Are joining a company where we value diversity of talents coming from various horizon.

We # Innovate # Cooperate # Care #Achieve at Guerbet.

Guerbet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an organization, we believe that no individual should be discriminated against because of their differences, which includes the following: age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Guerbet is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.