Maintenance Technician III

Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. in Bedford, MA is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, utilities, and process equipment in a GMP biopharmaceutical facility.

The role involves mentoring junior technicians and contributing to GDP‑compliant documentation. The ideal candidate has 4–6 years of hands-on maintenance experience, at least 3 years in a GMP environment, and strong mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of hands-on maintenance experience.
• 3+ years of GMP environment experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, and vendor documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications and CMMS platforms.
• Effective communication and cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, utilities, and process equipment (motors, pumps, valves, compressed gas systems, HVAC components, RODI, pH neutralization).
• Lead troubleshooting efforts on moderately complex systems to identify root cause.
• Support utilities and plant systems to ensure uptime and operational continuity.
• Coordinate vendor activities for maintenance and facilities services; support job walkdowns.
• Escort vendors into GMP areas and ensure compliance with site requirements.
• Support shutdowns, HEPA certification, cleanroom cleaning, and utilities outages.
• Participate in investigations and operational impact assessments.
• Utilize CMMS for work orders, equipment history, and GDP-compliant documentation.
• Mentor Maintenance Techs on CMMS use and documentation practices.
• Contribute to SOP revisions and maintenance procedures.
• Comply with GMP, GDP, and site safety requirements.
• Participate in on-call emergency rotation for facilities support.

Skills

Maintenance experience

GMP experience

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Technical/trade certification

Associate degree

Mechanical/utilities certification

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. (NASDAQ:OCUL) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the formulation, development, and commercialization of innovative therapies for diseases and conditions of the eye using its proprietary bioresorbable hydrogel-based formulation technology, ELUTYX™. Ocular Therapeutix has built a robust product pipeline of drug delivery solutions developed to reduce the complexity and burden of the current standard of care and position itself to become a leader in the ophthalmic space. Outside of the ophthalmic realm and behind the doors of our headquarters in Bedford, MA, we strive to build a strong culture where employees can flourish and achieve their career goals. We encourage out of the box thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and creativity.

Position Summary

This Maintenance Technician III is responsible for advanced troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, utilities, and process equipment, providing hands‑on technical guidance to junior technicians within a GMP biopharmaceutical facility. We are seeking a team player that is also comfortable working independently in a fast‑paced environment. There will be future opportunities for advancement based on demonstrated strengths and interest.

Duties And Responsibilities

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, utilities, and process equipment (motors, pumps, valves, compressed gas systems, HVAC components, RODI, pH neutralization, etc.).
• Lead troubleshooting efforts on moderately complex systems to identify root cause.
• Support utilities and plant systems to ensure uptime and operational continuity.

Systems & Reliability

• Support Building Automation System (BAS) and environmental monitoring response as needed.
• Respond to alarms and coordinate corrective actions; identify recurring failures or systemic issues.

Vendor & Coordination Support

• Coordinate vendor activities for maintenance and facilities services; support job walkdowns.
• Escort vendors into GMP areas and ensure compliance with site requirements.

GMP Operations Support

• Support shutdowns, HEPA certification, cleanroom cleaning, and utilities outages.
• Participate in investigations and operational impact assessments.

Documentation & Systems

• Utilize CMMS for work order execution, equipment history, and GDP-compliant documentation.
• Mentor Maintenance Technicians I and II on CMMS use and documentation practices.
• Contribute to SOP revisions and maintenance procedures.

Safety & Compliance

• Comply with GMP, GDP, and site safety requirements.
• Participate in on‑call emergency rotation for facilities support.

Requirements

• Technical or trade school certification preferred; associate degree or mechanical/utilities certification a plus.
• 4–6 years of relevant hands‑on maintenance experience.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a GMP environment.
• Demonstrated utilities and mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, and vendor documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications and CMMS platforms.
• Effective communication and cross‑functional teamwork.

Environmental Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to work safely with mechanical, electrical, and process equipment.
• May work with chemicals, compressed gases, tools, and mechanical equipment as required by assigned activities.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or move up to 50 lbs, with or without assistance.
• Required to work in a variety of environments including cleanrooms, laboratories, mechanical spaces, plant utility areas, and general facility areas.
• Must be able to comply with gowning requirements and controlled‑environment behavior as applicable.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work in confined or technical spaces for extended periods.
• May be required to work at heights, use ladders, and navigate facility infrastructure.
• May be exposed to noise and temperature variations based on work location and assigned activities.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to site safety procedures are required based on task and area.
• May require off‑hours, weekend, emergency‑response, or on‑call support to meet operational needs.

Salary Range: $115,000 USD - $130,000 USD

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