Sr. Maintenance Technician

avidbio; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Avid Bioservices is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to perform advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of facility infrastructure, utilities, and lab equipment. The role ensures safe, reliable operations and cGMP-compliant records.

The position covers preventive maintenance, utility systems like WFI/RO-DI, HVAC, boilers, and backup generators, with coordination across internal departments and vendors. On-call and weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 4–6 years of experience in the maintenance trades.
• Experience with preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs using appropriate tools.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and on-call as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair activities involving plumbing, carpentry, painting, equipment servicing, basic wiring, mechanical systems, and HVAC systems to support safe and reliable facility operations.
• Maintain assigned utility systems including WFI, RO/DI, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Heating Hot Water Boilers, Backup Generators and process air.
• Execute preventive maintenance, daily equipment inspections, and general work requests to identify deficiencies and improve reliability.
• Troubleshoot and repair utilities, laboratory instruments, and equipment to restore functionality and minimize disruption.
• Schedule and complete preventive maintenance, repair, and utility-support activities per priorities.
• Document maintenance, inspection, and repair activities for cGMP compliance.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal departments for service activities.
• Use appropriate maintenance tools and practices to perform work safely and accurately.
• Participate in on-call, weekend, overtime, and after-hours maintenance coverage.
• Determine methods for new assignments and provide technical guidance to staff.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Equipment servicing

Basic wiring

Mechanical systems

HVAC systems

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade knowledge in maintenance trades

Tools

Maintenance tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Looking to join a passionate team dedicated to developing and manufacturing life-saving biopharmaceuticals? Avid Bioservices is a leading clinical and commercial biologics CDMO focused on creating innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients and improve patient outcomes.

Your Role

Senior Maintenance Technician performs advanced maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair activities that support the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of facility infrastructure, utilities, laboratory equipment, and related systems. This role maintains critical utility systems, including WFI, RO/DI, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Heating Hot Water Boilers, Backup Generators and process air, to support continued site operations. Working within established procedures, the Senior Maintenance Technician applies maintenance experience and technical judgment to plan assignments, execute preventive maintenance, respond to general work requests, and resolve equipment issues. The role maintains accurate records to support cGMP compliance and coordinates with internal departments, vendors, and contractors to complete maintenance and repair activities. The Senior Maintenance Technician may determine methods and procedures for new assignments and provide technical guidance to other non-exempt personnel when appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair activities involving plumbing, carpentry, painting, equipment servicing, basic wiring, mechanical systems, and HVAC systems to support safe and reliable facility operations.
• Maintain assigned utility systems, including WFI, RO/DI, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Heating Hot Water Boilers, Backup Generators and process air, to support system availability and continued site operations.
• Execute preventive maintenance, daily equipment inspections, and general work requests to identify deficiencies, address maintenance needs, and improve equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot and repair utilities, laboratory instruments, and equipment to restore functionality and minimize operational disruption.
• Schedule and complete assigned preventive maintenance, repair, and utility-support activities in accordance with established priorities and operating requirements.
• Document preventive maintenance, repair, inspection, and equipment-service activities accurately and completely to maintain equipment histories and support cGMP compliance.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal departments to support equipment servicing, facility repairs, and timely resolution of maintenance issues.
• Use appropriate maintenance tools, equipment, and technical practices to complete assigned work safely, accurately, and effectively.
• Participate in on-call, weekend, overtime, and after-hours maintenance coverage to respond to operational needs and support continuity of facility services.
• Determine appropriate methods and procedures for new assignments and provide technical guidance when appropriate to support consistent maintenance execution across the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and four to six years of experience in the maintenance trades, including trade knowledge in a specialized field or process, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of maintenance practices involving plumbing, carpentry, painting, equipment servicing, basic wiring, mechanical systems, and HVAC systems.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs using appropriate maintenance tools and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair facility utilities, equipment, and laboratory instruments within established procedures.
• Ability to maintain detailed and accurate preventive maintenance and repair records in support of cGMP compliance.
• Ability to work overtime or weekends when necessary and participate in on-call and after-hours responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining WFI, RO/DI, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Heating Hot Water Boilers, Backup Generators and process air, or comparable utility systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Experience performing maintenance work in a cGMP-regulated biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, or manufacturing environment.
• Specialized trade training related to mechanical, HVAC, electrical, utility, or facility systems.
• Experience coordinating maintenance and repair activities with vendors and contractors.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This role is a full-time onsite position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. unless otherwise stated by Supervisor. The employee must also have the ability to work overtime and/or weekends when necessary.

Compensation

We offer competitive compensation packages for this role, including a base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

The compensation range for this role is $31.15 - $38.95 hourly depending on experience and qualifications. Additionally, we offer opportunities for career growth and development as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Who you are

• You have a " bring it on!" team player approach and an unshakable positive attitude, always ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
• Your written and verbal skills are out of this world, and you communicate with clarity and confidence.
• You have exceptional multitasking skills and an unparalleled attention to detail that ensure the smooth running of everything.
• You are a master at building relationships, capable of establishing connections with anyone, be it team members, clients, vendors, or suppliers.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

In this dynamic role, expect a blend of regular activities like sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional physically engaging tasks such as lifting objects up to 25 pounds. The work environment might expose you to electrical shocks, toxic chemicals, vibrations, or loud noise levels occasionally. However, reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with different abilities to perform effectively, ensuring a supportive and adaptable work setting. Your visual acuity, including close, distance, and color vision, will be essential in navigating through the diverse day-to-day demands of this position.