STW Mechanic - 175488

Zachary Piper Solutions; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Sick leave

Job summary

Piper Companies seeks a CQV STW Maintenance Technician for a 12-month, fully onsite contract in Holly Springs, NC. The role focuses on bringing critical utility and process systems online, supporting commissioning, and collaborating with engineers in a GMP biopharma environment.

You will perform system walkdowns, energization support, and documentation of activities while maintaining punch lists and commissioning timelines.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on industrial or mechanical experience.
• Able to interpret engineering drawings and perform system walkdowns independently.
• Experience with energized systems and basic mechanical repairs.
• OSHA or similar safety certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute startup and turnover activities to bring utility and process systems online after mechanical completion.
• Perform system walkdowns using P&IDs, supporting energization and pre-commissioning.
• Identify and resolve leaks, valve issues, and equipment deficiencies.
• Coordinate with engineers and cross-functional teams to ensure readiness and calibration support.
• Document activities, manage punch lists, and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Industrial experience

Mechanical experience

P&IDs interpretation

Walkdowns

Safety compliance

OSHA certs

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a CQV STW Maintenance Technician to join a leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization for a 12-month, fully onsite contract position located in Holly Springs, NC. The CQV STW Maintenance Technician will play a key role in bringing critical systems online and preparing them for commissioning and qualification within a large-scale production environment.

Responsibilities for the CQV STW Maintenance Technician:

• Execute startup and turnover activities to safely bring utility and process systems online following mechanical completion
• Perform system walkdowns using P&IDs, supporting energization, loop checks, and pre-commissioning activities
• Identify and resolve mechanical issues such as leaks, valve malfunctions, and equipment deficiencies
• Partner with engineers and cross-functional teams to coordinate system readiness and support calibration efforts
• Document activities, manage punch list items, and ensure adherence to safety and compliance standards

Qualifications for the CQV STW Maintenance Technician:

• At least 3–5 years of hands‑on industrial or mechanical experience in a regulated or manufacturing environment
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and perform system walkdowns independently
• Experience working with energized systems, tools, and basic mechanical repairs
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices; OSHA or similar certifications are a plus
• Comfortable performing physical work and operating equipment such as scissor lifts (training provided if needed)

Compensation for the CQV STW Maintenance Technician:

• Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000/year (USD)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, sick leave if required by law, and 401K

This job opens for applications on 9/30/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: CQV, commissioning, qualification, startup, turnover, maintenance technician, mechanical systems, P&IDs, utilities, calibration, loop checks, industrial manufacturing, pharma, bioprocessing, troubleshooting, equipment repair, safety compliance, GMP environment, engineering support, system energization, construction turnover, pre-commissioning, project support, technical operations, field technician, mechanical aptitude

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