Senior Maintenance Technician – HVAC

PPL Healthcare

Sellersville, Pennsylvania

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Antibodies, Application Programming Interface (API), Automation Systems, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Calendar Management, Capital Project, Clinical Trial, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Continuous Improvement, Contract Manufacturing, Control Systems, Corrective Action, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Dosage Forms, Drug Development, Drug Discovery, Drug Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Employee Orientation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Establish Priorities, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HVAC, High School Diploma, Home Automation, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - HVAC, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Medical Products, Mentoring, Network Integration, OSHA, Operational Support, Order Management, Organizational Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Project/Program Management, Refrigeration, Reliability Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, SAP, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical Training, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Sellersville, Pennsylvania
POSTED
7 days ago

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Piramal Pharma Solutions

Piramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing  organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing  solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia.  

This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery  Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial  Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer  specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs  and Antibody Drug Conjugation.  

Our capability as an integrated service provider  & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and  Generic companies worldwide.  

For more details, please visit : www.piramalpharmasolutions.com

Job Title

Senior Maintenance Technician – HVAC

Job Description

Piramal Pharma Solutions is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician – HVAC to serve as the site's lead HVAC technical resource supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, optimization, and reliability of commercial and industrial HVAC systems and critical facility utilities.
The Senior Maintenance Technician-HVAC provides technical guidance to maintenance personnel, supports preventive maintenance program development, coordinates contractor activities, and leads troubleshooting of complex equipment and utility systems.

Piramal Pharma Solutions is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician – HVAC to serve as the site's lead HVAC technical resource supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, optimization, and reliability of commercial and industrial HVAC systems and critical facility utilities.

The Senior Maintenance Technician-HVAC provides technical guidance to maintenance personnel, supports preventive maintenance program development, coordinates contractor activities, and leads troubleshooting of complex equipment and utility systems.

Key Responsibilities

Advanced HVAC Technical Support

  • Serve as the site's subject matter expert for HVAC and refrigeration systems.
  • Lead troubleshooting and repair of complex HVAC equipment and environmental control systems.
  • Maintain and optimize:
    • Air Handling Units (AHUs)
    • Rooftop Units (RTUs)
    • Chillers
    • Refrigeration systems
    • Freezers and cold rooms
    • Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS)
  • Perform advanced diagnostics of compressors, controls, motors, sensors, VFDs, and refrigeration systems.
  • Evaluate equipment failures and implement long-term solutions to improve reliability.

Utilities & Facility Systems

  • Lead maintenance activities associated with:
    • HVAC systems
    • Compressed air systems
    • Chilled water systems
    • Glycol systems
    • Steam and condensate systems
    • Facility utility infrastructure
  • Support installation, commissioning, and qualification of utility equipment.
  • Assist with capital projects and facility improvements.

Reliability & Continuous Improvement

  • Develop, improve, and optimize preventive maintenance programs.
  • Analyze maintenance trends and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support operational excellence initiatives that improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
  • Assist with spare parts strategy and inventory management.

Leadership & Technical Guidance

  • Provide mentoring and technical training to maintenance personnel.
  • Coordinate and oversee HVAC contractors and service providers.
  • Support maintenance planning and scheduling activities.
  • Assist management with prioritization of maintenance projects and resources.

Compliance & Documentation

  • Ensure GMP-compliant maintenance documentation and recordkeeping.
  • Utilize CMMS systems to manage work orders and asset maintenance histories.
  • Support audits, inspections, deviations, investigations, and CAPA activities.
  • Ensure compliance with FDA, OSHA, environmental, and corporate standards.

Education & Experience

Required

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Technical Trade School, Journeyman Certification, or equivalent HVAC technical training.
  • Minimum 5-7 years of commercial or industrial HVAC experience.
  • EPA 608 Universal Certification.
  • Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex HVAC, refrigeration, and utility systems.

Preferred

  • Experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, food, or other GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Experience supporting Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS).
  • Experience with CMMS platforms such as SAP or equivalent systems.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Advanced understanding of HVAC and refrigeration systems.
  • Strong knowledge of utility systems including chilled water, steam, condensate, compressed air, and glycol systems.
  • Ability to interpret electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation drawings.
  • Strong root cause analysis and troubleshooting capabilities.
  • Working knowledge of electrical systems up to 480V.
  • Ability to lead technical projects and mentor team members.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

About the Company

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