Sr. Maintenance Technician

Sotera Health Company; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Sotera Health Company in San Diego is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance on processing equipment, troubleshoot mechanical failures, and ensure safe, reliable operation.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will read electrical and mechanical drawings, manage parts orders, and lead small equipment-improvement projects. Requires a technical degree or electrician certification and 7 years of experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 7 years of maintenance experience in a processing/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of 480 volt 3 phase power.
• Ability to perform instrument calibration.
• Proficient with hand and power tools; welding and cutting torch use.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine daily maintenance and scheduled preventative maintenance on processing equipment as directed by the Supervisor.
• Identifies problems, collects data, draws valid conclusions, and carries out necessary repairs to restore equipment to operational status.
• Identifies materials needed, obtains pricing information, completes purchase orders and, with Supervisor’s approval, orders materials.
• Interfaces with operations personnel regarding work orders and outside contractors, as necessary.
• Adheres to all facility safety programs; takes lead role on production floor and may make decisions as instructed.
• Projects small equipment enhancements and maintenance reliability programs at direction of engineering.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Ladder logic

Welding

Instrumentation calibration

Microsoft Office

English fluency

Education

Technical degree or electrician certification

Tools

Welding equipment

Power tools

Measurement instruments

PLC interpretation

Job description

## Sr. Maintenance TechnicianApplylocations: San Diegotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-2026-779The name Sotera Health was inspired by Soteria, the Greek goddess of safety, and reflects the Company’s unwavering commitment to its mission, Safeguarding Global Health.Sotera Health Company is a leading global provider of mission-critical sterilization and lab testing and advisory services for the healthcare industry. With a combined tenure across our businesses of nearly 200 years and our industry recognized scientific and technological expertise, we help to ensure the safety of millions of patients and healthcare practitioners around the world every year.Across our 64 facilities worldwide, we have over 3,000 employees who are dedicated to safety and quality. We are a trusted partner to more than 5,800 customers in over 50 countries, including more than 40 of the top 50 medical device companies and 9 of the top 10 pharmaceutical companies.Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor or Manager, the Sr. Maintenance Technician performs routine daily maintenance activities for the facility and scheduled preventative maintenance on the processing equipment. Troubleshoots mechanical failures, recommends corrective action and carries out the necessary repairs in a timely manner to restore equipment and operational status. Adheres to all facility safety programs.**Responsibilities*** Performs routine daily maintenance activities for the facility and scheduled preventative maintenance on the processing equipment as directed by the Supervisor* Identifies problems, collects data, draws valid conclusions, recommends corrective action and carries out necessary repairs in a timely manner to restore equipment to operational status* Identifies the materials needed, obtains pricing information, completes purchase orders and with the Supervisor’s approval, orders materials needed* Interfaces with operations personnel regarding work orders and outside contractors, as necessary* Adheres to all facility safety programs* Takes lead role on production floor/ has defined authority to make decisions as instructed* Project managements small projects in equipment enhancements and maintenance reliability programs at direction of engineering when needed.* Assists with other tasks as assigned by Supervisor**Qualifications*** Technical degree or certificate (Qualified electrician) or requisite experience.* Language, mathematical and reasoning skills necessary to compute complex measurements and read and comprehend detailed instructions and electrical/mechanical drawings.* 7 years of maintenance experience in a processing/manufacturing environment preferred.* Specific areas of knowledge include: + Purchasing + Knowledge of 480 volt 3 Phase power + Ability to read and interpret ladder logic and electrical diagrams + Electric motor control troubleshooting + Repair and troubleshooting of mechanical systems + Ability to operate welding equipment and a cutting torch (Gamma facilities) + Isotope loading (internal) (Gamma facilities) + Ability to perform instrument calibration + Knowledge of hand and power tools and their safe use* Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.* Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.* Must be able to lift 50 pounds.**Benefits/Payrate****Pay Rate:** $63,000–$95,000 annually, based on experience. Compensation is paid at an hourly rateSotera Health offers a competitive benefits package that includes:* Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts* 401(k) program with Company match that immediately vests* Paid holidays, vacation and sick time* Free financial planning assistance* Paid parental leave* Education assistance* Voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Sterigenics U.S. LLC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We strongly encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply.VEVRAA Federal ContractorSotera Health goes to market through its three best-in-class businesses – Sterigenics, Nordion and Nelson Labs. Sterigenics is a leading global provider of outsourced terminal sterilization and irradiation services for the medical device, pharmaceutical, food safety and advanced applications markets. Nordion is the leading global provider of Co-60 and gamma irradiators, which are key components to the gamma sterilization process. Nelson Labs is a global leader in outsourced microbiological and analytical chemistry testing and advisory services for the medical device and pharmaceutical industries.