Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician (Pharmaceutical)

TL;DR

Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician (Pharmaceutical): Ensuring 24/7 operational readiness and safety of mission-critical laboratory, data center, and facility infrastructure with an accent on HVAC, electrical systems, and critical utility management. Focus on executing preventive maintenance strategies, monitoring automated systems (BMS/EMS), and overseeing complex facility infrastructure.

Location: On-site in Middletown, DE

Company

A global pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and medical device outsourcing company providing a broad portfolio of R&D and manufacturing services.

What you will do

• Execute routine preventive and corrective maintenance for lab equipment, HVAC, UPS, and pure water systems.
• Monitor and maintain clean utilities and auxiliary infrastructure using Building Management Systems (BMS) and Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS).
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and automated control system failures to minimize downtime.
• Manage year-round exterior property upkeep, including winterization and snow removal protocols.
• Lead and mentor junior personnel while coordinating external vendors for specialized repairs and services.
• Maintain meticulous records of inspections, work orders, and inventory levels for repair parts and facility equipment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in multi-craft industrial or facilities maintenance within mission-critical, data center, or pharmaceutical environments.
• Advanced hands-on experience with commercial HVAC, UPS systems, emergency generators, and switchgear.
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting via BMS and EMS.
• Ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment, including active physical work in outdoor winter weather and emergency call-outs.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and structural diagnostic skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a high-reliability, mission-critical industrial environment.
• Collaborative cross-functional team structure.
• Commitment to equal opportunity employment and a non-discriminatory workplace.