Facilities & Building Maintenance Technician

At Argenta, we’re more than a company - we’re a global team, dedicated to healthier animals. We believe that when their lives are made better, we're all the better for it.

Founded in 2006, we support companies big and small to develop and manufacture health products for pets and livestock. Our trusted, innovative solutions and services cover every stage of the process, from molecule to market.

We’re in a unique position. We are the world’s only combined contract research and contract development and manufacturing organization (CRO/CDMO) dedicated to animal health.

Our uniqueness means:

• We are ambitious, growing and building a ‘one team’ culture, guided by our values.

• We are team players;

• We are doers;

• We are customer-centric;

• We are innovators.

We value diversity, as a global company, we get the richness of working with different people in different places whether it be location, stages of their career, their development, their role. We believe that when everyone works together and puts their best “paw” forward we will make the lives of the animals we care for, better.

With bases in New Zealand, the US, the UK and Europe, our 900+ colleagues are driven by our partnership approach and purpose:
Healthy Animals. Let’s Make It Happen, Together.

TEAM PLAYERS who want toDOGREAT work and findINNOVATIVEways to make animals lives better through our CUSTOMER CENTRICEfforts should apply.

Argenta is currently looking to fill the role of Facilities & Building Maintenance Technician for our Shawnee, KS site. This role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all physical infrastructure at our production facility. This hands-on role encompasses preventive and corrective maintenance across multiple trades - including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general facility upkeep - while adhering to cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice) standards required in a regulated production environment.

General Maintenance & Facility Upkeep

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on facility systems, equipment, and structures.
• Respond promptly to maintenance work orders and emergency repair requests.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records, and equipment histories.
• Ensure all work areas, mechanical rooms, and storage spaces meet safety and cleanliness standards.
• Coordinate and oversee third‑party contractors for specialized repairs or inspections.

Plumbing

• Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems including supply lines, drains, fixtures, and water heaters.
• Troubleshoot and resolve leaks, clogs, and pressure issues throughout the facility.
• Maintain compliance with local plumbing codes; support purified water and WFI water systems used in production.
• Perform backflow prevention testing and assist with water quality monitoring requirements.

Electrical

• Perform basic to intermediate electrical work including panel maintenance, wiring, outlet/switch replacement, and lighting systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults, tripped breakers, and equipment wiring issues.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with NEC codes and facility safety standards.
• Coordinate with licensed electricians for high‑voltage or permit‑required work.
• Support installation and maintenance of production equipment electrical connections.

Carpentry & Structural

• Construct, repair, paint, and maintain interior structures including walls, doors, frames, shelving, and office fixtures.
• Install and repair flooring, ceiling tiles, drywall, and trim work throughout the facility.
• Fabricate and modify fixtures or support structures as needed for production or storage areas.
• Perform exterior maintenance including fencing, loading dock structures, and entryways.

HVAC & Environmental Systems

• Perform basic HVAC…