Senior Maintenance Technician

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Position Summary The Senior Maintenance Technician is a skilled professional responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of the facility's critical utility systems, including central plant equipment (boilers, chillers, cooling towers) and building HVAC systems. The technician will perform a wide range of tasks from preventative maintenance to emergency troubleshooting, ensuring all systems operate at peak performance while maintaining a high standard of safety and regulatory compliance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Operate & Monitor  Routinely perform building rounds in accordance with established procedures to inspect all utility equipment and mechanical rooms
Monitor operational parameters and trends via the Building Automation System (BAS) and physical gauges
Work in close collaboration with utility system engineers and mechanics to start, stop, and adjust equipment settings to optimize efficiency and maintain environmental conditions
Maintenance & Repair  Execute a comprehensive preventative maintenance program on all assigned assets in accordance with established maintenance programs
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system failures
Perform repairs on a variety of components, including pumps, motors, compressors, and control valves
Work in collaboration with facilities mechanics, engineers and contractors to conduct chemical testing and treatment of boiler, cooling tower and other closed loop water systems in accordance with established programs
Technical Expertise  Demonstrate strong knowledge of the principles of steam generation, chilled water production, and air handling systems
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
Utilize specialized tools and test equipment (e.g., multimeters, pressure gauges) to perform diagnostics
Hold a Philadelphia Class A Boiler operators license
Documentation & Administration  Accurately complete all work orders and maintenance logs in the CMMS in accordance with established procedures
Document all repairs, parts used, and hours worked
Maintain an organized inventory of parts and tools in accordance with MRO storeroom procedures
Safety & Compliance  Strictly follow all established safety procedures and protocols, including LOTO procedures
Ensure all work is performed in accordance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, ASME, EPA)
Participate in safety training and drills
Qualifications Education  High School Diploma or GED required
Associate's Degree or Vocational/Technical training in HVAC, Refrigeration, or related field highly preferred
Certifications/Licenses  EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification required
Philadelphia Class A Boiler operators license required
HVAC Technician Certification preferred
Experience  10+ years of hands-on experience in the operation and maintenance of large-scale commercial or industrial utility systems

Experience with Carrier Chillers, Cleaver Brooks Boilers, and Atlas Copco compressors preferred
Life Sciences/Pharmaceutical experience preferred
Required Skills  Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Proficiency with Building Automation Systems (BAS) such as Siemens and Vaisala
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and manuals
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Basic computer skills for work order management and reporting

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