Maintenance Technician

QUASENT INC; Sturbridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

QUASENT INC in the United States (Sturbridge area) is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support safe, efficient facility operation. The role blends facilities management with hands-on maintenance for building systems, utilities, and production support equipment, ensuring reliability and regulatory compliance.

You will perform routine inspections, respond to issues, support GMP, FDA, ISO, and safety standards, and collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in facilities maintenance, preferably in regulated manufacturing.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
• Experience with cleanrooms and critical utilities is highly desirable.
• High school diploma or GED; technical certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on facility systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing.
• Monitor and maintain critical utilities (e.g., clean rooms, purified water systems, temperature-controlled environments).
• Respond to and troubleshoot facility and equipment issues promptly.
• Provide maintenance support for production equipment and manufacturing areas.
• Coordinate with production teams to minimize disruption to operations.
• Follow GMP, FDA, ISO, and safety regulations and complete maintenance logs.
• Participate in audits and inspections and address findings.
• Execute preventive maintenance schedules and implement improvements.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleanroom equipment

Calibration tools

Job description

Benefits:

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Summary:

The Maintenance Technician supports the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our facility. This role combines facilities management responsibilities with hands‑on maintenance, ensuring building systems, utilities, and production support equipment operates reliably and in accordance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Performs various tasks which may include but are not limited to:

Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on facility systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other installed systems

Monitor and maintain critical utilities (e.g., clean rooms, purified water systems, temperature‑controlled environments)

Respond to and troubleshoot facility and equipment issues in a timely manner

Maintain facility infrastructure including lighting, doors, flooring, and general building systems

Provide maintenance support for production equipment and manufacturing areas

Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, and improvements to minimize downtime

Coordinate with production teams to ensure minimal disruption to operations

Follow and support GMP, FDA, ISO, and safety regulations

Complete work orders, maintenance logs, and documentation accurately and on time

Participate in audits and inspections, addressing findings as needed

Execute preventive maintenance schedules and recommend improvements

Identify trends and implement corrective actions to improve reliability

Ensure calibration and validation support for facility‑related systems

Adhere to all safety protocols and promote a safe work environment

Identify hazards and participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to facilities and equipment performance

Assist in coordinating external vendors for specialized repairs or services

Oversee contractor work to ensure compliance with site standards and safety requirements

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and standard operating procedures across all areas.

Minimum Basic Qualifications:

3+ years of experience in facilities maintenance, preferably in a regulated manufacturing environment

Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems

Experience with cleanroom environments and critical utilities is highly desirable

High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree preferred

Travel Requirements:

Minimal travel may be required between Vista Manufacturing Center and Carlsbad Headquarters office.

Desired Characteristics:

Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities