Maintenance Technician (Facilities/HVAC) chez Strides

Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Facilities/HVAC)

Location: Chestnut Ridge, NY

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician (Facilities/HVAC) to join our team at Strides.
• This role is responsible for performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC systems,
• utilities, and facility equipment to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, air handlers, and other facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems within the facility.
• Monitor and maintain critical utilities such as compressed air, purified water, and steam generators.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, OSHA, and other regulatory guidelines for pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, and equipment logs.
• Respond to maintenance requests and emergency repairs in a timely manner.
• Assist with facility upgrades, equipment installations, and commissioning of new systems.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure optimal facility performance.
• Follow safety protocols and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in HVAC, mechanical, or electrical fields preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in HVAC and facility maintenance, preferably in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing.
• Experience with building management systems (BMS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work in a regulated environment and follow safety and compliance guidelines.

Work Conditions:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing and laboratory environment, including cleanrooms.
• May require occasional lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces.
• Availability for on-call support, extended hours, weekends and emergency response as needed.

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented technician with experience in HVAC and facility maintenance, we encourage you to apply and become a key part of our team at Strides