Utilities Technician Apprentice — Fully Funded College

GSK; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Healthcare programs

Employee recognition

Training and development

Fully funded college education

Job summary

GSK is seeking a Utilities Technician apprentice at our Marietta biopharma site. This full‑time program starts January 2027 and combines on‑the‑job training with part‑time college study toward an Associate’s degree in Biotechnology or Engineering at a partner college.

You’ll work across departments, gaining tailored training while continuing your education. You'll rotate through manufacturing facilities, learn from in‑house experts, and complete a structured personal training plan over 3–4

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent by September 2026.
• GPA 2.8 (“B”) or above (4.0 scale).
• Algebra and Geometry or 2 units of math (GPA 2.8+).
• English (GPA 2.8+).
• Biology and Chemistry (GPA 2.8+).
• Must have less than 36 college credits.

Responsibilities

• Assist with complex manufacturing processes in a highly automated, regulated environment.
• Operate specialized, highly automated equipment to manufacture products.
• Monitor and support production processes and data using various instruments and control systems.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair RO skids, WFI stills, circulation pumps, ozone generators.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and repair steam generating boilers.
• Work in cross-functional teams to improve GMP equipment and processes.
• Ensure safety and compliance on site.
• Interact with third‑party contractors for onsite repairs and services.
• Conduct daily plant walkthrough checks to identify issues.
• Support expansion needs within the Utilities function.

Skills

Follow directions

Basic repairs

Problem diagnosis

OJT training

Documentation accuracy

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Education

High School diploma

GPA 2.8

Algebra/Geometry

English proficiency

Biology & Chemistry

Less than 36 college credits

Job description

GSK is seeking a Utilities Technician apprentice at our Marietta biopharma site. This full‑time program starts January 2027 and combines on‑the‑job training with part‑time college study toward an Associate’s degree in Biotechnology or Engineering at a partner college.

You’ll work across departments, gaining tailored training while continuing your education. You'll rotate through manufacturing facilities, learn from in‑house experts, and complete a structured personal training plan over 3–4