Technician II Maintenance and Reliabilities-Utility Operations

U473 (FCRS = US473) Novartis Innovative Technologies Inc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 77,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis Innovative Technologies Inc in Durham, NC seeks a Maintenance and Reliability Technician to operate, maintain, and improve facility systems in a regulated manufacturing environment.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot issues, support commissioning and qualification activities, and document actions while collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Automation teams to ensure safe, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, diploma, or technical certification in a related trade with two years of experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in maintenance, utilities, facilities, or similar technical environments.
• Experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceutical/biotech/healthcare.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, pneumatic, and utility system issues.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in cleanrooms and controlled environments.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and CMMS.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain utility, facility, electrical, and HVAC systems across the site.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and utility system issues independently.
• Support startup, shutdown, commissioning, and qualification activities for critical facility systems.
• Lead initial alarm response activities and restore system functionality while maintaining operational continuity.
• Identify reliability improvement opportunities and support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Coordinate contractors and external service providers to ensure safe and compliant execution of work.
• Complete accurate maintenance records and documentation in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Metrology, and Automation teams.
• Coach and support less experienced technicians while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

Join Novartis and play a critical role in keeping the systems that power life-changing medicines running safely and reliably. As a Technician, Maintenance and Reliability, you will apply your technical expertise to operate, maintain, and improve essential utility and facility systems while working alongside talented cross-functional teams in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. If you are passionate about solving complex technical challenges, driving continuous improvement, and making a meaningful impact on patient lives, we encourage you to apply. Job Description #LI-Onsite Location: Durham, NC Shift schedule: 2/2/3 12 hour shift Relocation Support: This role is based in Durham, NC. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain utility, facility, electrical, and heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems across the site.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and utility system issues independently and efficiently.
• Support startup, shutdown, commissioning, and qualification activities for critical facility systems.
• Lead initial alarm response activities and restore system functionality while maintaining operational continuity.
• Identify reliability improvement opportunities and support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Coordinate contractors and external service providers to ensure safe and compliant execution of work.
• Complete accurate maintenance records and documentation in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Metrology, and Automation teams.
• Coach and support less experienced technicians while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Requirements

• Associate degree, diploma, or technical certification in a related trade with two years of experience.
• Alternatively, 2-4 years of experience in maintenance, utilities, facilities, or similar technical environments.
• Experience supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, laboratory, semiconductor, government, military, or regulated industries.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, pneumatic, and utility system issues independently.
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds, to climb ladders and work in mechanical spaces and to work in cleanrooms and controlled manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices and lockout and tagout procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and computerized maintenance management systems.

Compensation and Benefits

• The salary for this position is expected to range between $37.02 and $68.75 per hourly.
• The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.
• Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
• Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.
• US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits.
• In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
• Salary Range $77,000.00 - $143,000.00

EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Skills Desired

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