Facilities Engineering Technician

Job Title: Facilities Engineering Technician

Job Description

The Facilities Engineering Technician plays a key role in maintaining a state-of-the-art lentiviral vector manufacturing facility by performing corrective and preventative maintenance on building systems and laboratory equipment. This position ensures the reliable operation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems while maintaining strict cGMP and FDA compliance through accurate documentation in a CMMS. The technician troubleshoots complex facility issues, supports off-hours emergency repairs, and oversees external vendors to ensure high-quality work and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. This is a hands-on, on-site role within a high-tech, mission-driven biotechnology environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on building systems and laboratory equipment to ensure safe and reliable facility operations.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety systems daily to minimize downtime and support uninterrupted operations.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues across the facility and implement effective solutions.
• Work hands-on with motors, pumps, chillers, boilers, and laboratory equipment such as autoclaves and cryogenic units to keep equipment in optimal condition.
• Maintain accurate and timely GMP documentation of all maintenance activities using CMMS software, preferably Blue Mountain, in alignment with FDA and cGMP standards.
• Operate, monitor, and adjust building automation systems, including BMS, EMS, and PLCs, to maintain proper environmental and process conditions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing and laboratory environment to support production needs and facility improvements.
• Follow cGMP and FDA regulatory requirements for all maintenance activities to support a compliant, audit-ready facility.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of experience in facilities maintenance or facilities engineering roles, preferably within regulated or manufacturing environments.
• Associate's degree in a relevant technical field or closely related discipline.
• Strong hands-on experience with chemical manufacturing equipment in an industrial or laboratory setting.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, including motors, pumps, chillers, and boilers.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including facility power distribution and equipment-level components.
• Familiarity with GMP environments and FDA regulations, including working under cGMP guidelines.
• Experience maintaining cGMP-compliant documentation of maintenance activities using CMMS software.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 30 pounds.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in biopharma, biotechnology, or cell-and-gene therapy facilities.
• Experience in facilities that operate under strict cGMP guidelines and FDA oversight.
• Hands-on experience with building automation systems beyond basic operation, including configuration or optimization.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Interest in contributing to mission-driven work supporting advanced therapeutic manufacturing.

Work Environment

The Facilities Engineering Technician works on-site in a state-of-the-art lentiviral vector manufacturing facility located in Louisville, Colorado. This is a fully on-site, hands-on role that requires daily presence in a high-tech, cGMP-compliant environment. The facility operates under strict cGMP and FDA guidelines, with high standards for safety, quality, and documentation. The culture emphasizes cross-departmental collaboration, values diverse perspectives, and promotes a joyful, accountable, and solution-oriented approach to work. The technician supports both routine and dynamic operations, including participation in on-call rotations and response to emergency maintenance needs. Personal protective equipment such as gloves, protective clothing, and safety glasses is regularly required, and the role involves physical activity including standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 30 pounds. The facility features advanced building automation systems and modern manufacturing and laboratory equipment, offering a technologically sophisticated work setting within a vibrant regional biotech community.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Boulder, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.64 - $40.34/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Boulder,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

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