Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

Title:

Maintenance Mechanic

Location:

Tampa, FL

Duration: 12 months contract with possible extension or full time conversion

Pay range: $55/hr - $65/hr

The Facilities Maintenance Technician supports the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of building systems, utilities, and infrastructure at a regulated pharmaceutical oral solid dose (OSD) manufacturing site. This hands-on role performs preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, purified water, refrigeration, and facility support systems. Responsibilities include component-level troubleshooting, environmental system monitoring, contractor oversight, and support for emergency response systems including backup power generation.

Education:

HS Diploma or GED

Experience:

0-2 years

• Routine Maintenance & Facility Support
  • Perform inspections and maintenance of building infrastructure: walls, ceilings, doors, lighting, cleanroom integrity, and facility walkthroughs.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance on utility and facility systems such as exhaust fans, compressed air lines, eye wash stations, and minor plumbing.
  • Support basic electrical tasks such as outlet/switch checks, lamp replacement, and troubleshooting lighting circuits.
  • Assist with janitorial tasks when required, including sweeping, mopping, and general area upkeep.
  • Operate ladders, lifts, and hand tools safely to perform assigned work.
• Utility Systems
  • Perform and document operational rounds on utility systems including purified water, HVAC, compressed air, chilled water, and electrical panels.
  • Support filter changes, system resets, and alarm response per SOPs and checklists.
  • Participate in system lockout/tagout (LOTO), startup support, and emergency response activities.
  • Assist with minor repairs or parts replacements on pumps, valves, gearboxes, regulators, and support equipment.
• Electrical, Mechanical & Refrigeration Maintenance
  • Replace lamps, ballasts, fuses, switches, and low-voltage electrical components.
• Contractor & Vendor Oversight
  • Escort and supervise site contractors performing facility-related services (e.g., pest control).
  • Verify scope completion and adherence to site safety and GMP protocols.
  • Assist in quality checks, documentation, and work closeout after vendor services.
• CMMS & Documentation
  • Complete assigned preventive maintenance (PM), repairs, and service requests using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Document all work performed with clear, accurate, and traceable entries, in alignment with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
  • Record detailed descriptions of repairs, including: observed problem/failure mode; root cause (if identified); parts replaced (with part numbers if applicable); tools and materials used; corrective actions taken.
  • Capture before-and-after conditions when applicable, including verification of restored function.
  • Ensure timestamps, technician signatures/initials, and any required review or approval fields are completed.
  • Update equipment history records to reflect all completed maintenance and repairs for audit traceability.
  • Escalate recurring failures or significant findings to Facilities leadership for further action or investigation.
  • Report follow-up needs for additional repairs, parts procurement, or engineering support.
  • Assist in developing or improving job plans and PM instructions based on completed repair history and technician feedback.
  • Maintain good CMMS housekeeping: close out completed work orders promptly and ensure outstanding tasks are accurately tracked.
• Safety, Environmental & Emergency Support
  • Follow all applicable EHS protocols including electrical safety, confined space, LOTO, and hot work permits.
  • Identify and report unsafe conditions, building hazards, or utility risks immediately.
  • Respond to facility alarms, equipment failures, and emergencies as part of on-call support rotation.
• Other Duties as Assigned
  • Perform additional responsibilities as directed by management to support departmental or site objectives.
  • Respond to evolving business needs, including tasks or assignments outside of standard duties, to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable operations.
  • Support special projects,…