Maintenance Technician – Utilities Admin Day Shift

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Maintenance Technician - Utilities

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of site utility systems supporting Manufacturing, Process Development, and Quality Analytical operations at the Amgen Rhode Island (ARI) site. This role ensures reliable utility system performance while maintaining compliance with safety requirements, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

This position reports to the Utilities Manager and operates on an 8-hour day shift schedule (7:00 AM – 4:00 PM) Monday-Friday.

Key Responsibilities

Utility System Operation & Maintenance

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex utility systems supporting manufacturing and laboratory operations.

• Systems include:

  • Purified Water and Water for Injection (WFI)

  • Clean compressed air

  • Clean steam and plant steam

  • HVAC systems

  • Chilled water and process cooling water

  • Cooling towers

  • Wastewater treatment

  • Heating hot water and domestic water

  • Bulk storage and laboratory gases

  • Cold rooms and environmental control units.

Maintenance Activities

• Perform inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on utility equipment including:

  • Air compressors

  • WFI stills

  • Clean steam generators

  • Boilers

  • Chillers

  • Cooling towers

• Conduct pump rebuilds/replacements, valve rebuilds/replacements, HVAC troubleshooting and repairs, and piping modifications/repairs.

Compliance & Safety

• Operate systems in accordance with SOPs, cGMP requirements, and regulatory standards.

• Execute work safely using site programs including:

  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

  • Confined Space Entry

  • Fall Protection

  • Hot Work

  • Electrical safety

  • Contractor safety procedures.

Operational Excellence

• Complete maintenance activities accurately and ensure right-first-time execution.

• Communicate status and issues effectively with stakeholders.

• Identify operational inefficiencies and improvement opportunities and support implementation of solutions.

• Participate in training and development activities to expand technical capabilities.

• Provide support outside normal working hours when required, 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 diploma/GED and 1 year of utility operations or maintenance work or military experience OR

• Associate degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong computer skills.

• 3+ years of combined education, training, or experience supporting utility, HVAC, or refrigeration systems, including clean/sanitary utilities.

• Experience maintaining pneumatic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.

• Skills in rigging, welding, plumbing, or pipefitting.

• Experience working in a highly regulated cGMP environment.

• Experience executing and documenting maintenance work orders in Maximo CMMS.

• Familiarity with Building Automation Systems (BAS), Building Management Systems (BMS), or SCADA systems.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings, P&IDs, and specifications.

• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

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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