Sr. Maintenance Technician (Electrical)

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Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Sr. Maintenance Technician (Electrical) - Days

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will be responsible for performing electrical operations and maintenance activities throughout the ARI site.

The on-boarding phase for this role will last 2-4 weeks, during which time successful incumbents will be on an administrative schedule (Monday through Friday, approximately 8am to 5pm). Following the on-boarding phase, the successful incumbent will be expected to join a shift team working a 12-hour shift. The shift pattern will be 7am -7 with a two-week rotation covering 7 days per week. The rotating shift offers several benefits, with an average of 14 days on shift per month with every other weekend off. In addition, any Sundays worked receive Premium pay.

Job Specific duties include:

• Operate and maintain electrical power generation and distribution systems

• Operate and maintain backup power / emergency power generation systems and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS)

• Perform troubleshooting and repair, and installation of electrical equipment and systems

• Support operation and maintenance of Building Fire Alarm systems including operating the system, disabling points and performing troubleshooting activities

• Support operation and maintenance and troubleshooting of Building Fire Protection Systems including Wet Sprinkler, Dry Chemical, Water mist, and Site Fire Pump

• Perform scheduled and corrective maintenance and repair activities on complex equipment and systems used across the ARI site

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment and systems

• Identify equipment performance opportunities and recommends improvements to the maintenance program owners

• Ensure work activities are completed correctly. Maximize right the first time execution.

• Work in a highly productive and efficient manner to maximize the quantity of activities completed

• Ensure work is appropriately communicated to system operators and key stakeholders

• Ensure work order documentation is completed accurately and completely

• Identify waste, workflow interrupters, and other opportunities for improvement, recommend solutions, and assisting with implementation

• Identify opportunities to learn new skills and actively participate in development that will

• improve overall team performance

• Ensure activities are accomplished in a safe manner and with quality

• Strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and cGMP’s

• Ensure work is appropriately communicated to system operators and key stakeholders

• Ensure work order documentation is completed accurately and completely

• Lead by example and create a positive, respectful, professional and consistent work environment at all times

• Provide on time and accurate communication of issues and updates/reports as necessary

• Flexibility to provide support when required - this may be outside of normal working hours including nights, weekends and holidays

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dedicated professional we seek is a great teammate with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school/GED + 2 years of electrical systems/maintenance related work or military experience OR​

• Associate’s + 6 months of electrical systems/maintenance work or military experience​

Preferred Qualifications:

• Rhode Island Journeyperson Electrician B License, or Journeyperson Maintenance M License or ability to obtain the Rhode Island Electrician License

• 5 + years Electrical and Utilities systems experience

• Experience with operation and maintenance of industrial electrical generation and power distribution systems (12,470 / 480 / 208 / 120 volts)

• Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industry

• Rhode Island Electrical Contractor A License

• Knowledge and experience working in a highly regulated function

• Proven equipment troubleshooting skills

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum supervision

• Ability to execute work orders in the Maximo computerized maintenance management system

• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, P&ID’s and equipment schematics and wiring diagram

• Effective communication skills (both written and verbal)

• Ability to interact constructively with peers/teams

• Strong computer skills

• Ability to provide guidance and technical advice to others

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts

• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan

• Stock-based long-term incentives

• Award-winning time-off plans

• Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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