Senior Maintenance Technician (Pharma)

Senior Maintenance Technician (Pharma)

Job ID

290684

Posted

11-Aug-2026

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s)

Pennington - new Jersey - United States of America

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.

In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

As a GMP Facilities Maintenance Technician, you'll be crucial in ensuring the operational integrity and regulatory compliance of a cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) production facility. You will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and calibration of industrial systems, utilities, and equipment essential for manufacturing in a controlled environment.

This position is a key part of our Engineering and Technical Services team, directly contributing to the quality and reliability of our manufacturing processes by providing expert support, preventive maintenance, and corrective repairs on critical systems.

What You'll Do:

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PMs) and corrective repairs on a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and utility systems, including HVAC, purified water systems, and compressed air.

Conduct routine inspections and calibrations of equipment to ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Troubleshoot and diagnose potential issues with equipment and utility systems, implementing timely and effective repairs to minimize downtime.

Assist with the installation, qualification, and modification of new or existing facility equipment and systems, following strict change control procedures.

Review and complete work orders using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), ensuring all work is properly documented for audit readiness.

Support root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures or deviations, proposing and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulatory requirements, FDA guidelines, and internal quality standards.

Maintain a safe and organized work environment, adhering to all safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

What You'll Need:

A High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1-2 years of job-related experience.

Experience in a controlled environment or cleanroom setting is a plus, but not required.

Minimum 2 years' experience in a GMP, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device manufacturing environment required.

Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals.

Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, with a working knowledge of industrial equipment and building systems.

Experience with a CMMS for work order management and documentation.

Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including stooping, standing, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting/carrying heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

Excellent communication and documentation skills, with attention to detail required for maintaining accurate records in a regulated environment.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience.

The minimum salary for the

Maintenance Sr Technician - GMP is $90,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Maintenance Sr Technician - GMP position is $110,000 annually.

The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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