The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, general repairs, and emergency repairs on electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical and control systems. This person should be able to use their abilities to solve difficult equipment and process problems, while working under little supervision.

Job Description

Be part of something altogether life-changing!

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40 countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.

Forming part of the Biotechnology segment at Danaher, we bring together dedicated technical expertise and talent to develop the next generation of life-changing therapeutics.

This position responds promptly to equipment failures or emergencies to diagnose issues, implement corrective actions, and restore equipment functionality in a timely manner in order to minimize production disruptions. This role is part of the Maintenance department located in Pensacola, FL and will be Onsite. At Cytiva, our vision is, to advance future therapeutics from discovery to delivery.

What you'll do

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production, facilities, and auxiliary equipment including, but not limited to: Boilers, air compressors, air handlers, chillers, pumps/motors, cooling towers, purified water treatment systems, and instrumentation, to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Preventive Maintenance, Calibration, and Validation: Execute scheduled preventive maintenance tasks according to established procedures to proactively identify and address potential issues, prolong equipment lifespan, and maintain regulatory compliance. Conduct calibration and validation activities for equipment and instrumentation in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements to ensure accuracy and reliability of critical process parameters.
• Continuous Improvement, Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment logs, calibration records, and maintenance reports, to ensure compliance with regulatory documentation requirements and facilitate traceability (systems include CMMS, SAP, etc.). Identify opportunities proposed solutions for process optimization, efficiency improvements, and cost savings in maintenance activities.

Who you are:

• Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical and control systems and equipment either acquired by an Associates’ degree or 4-5 years of related industry experience
• Excellent organization and communication skills, and ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Perform other duties as assigned.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills with knowledge of equipment maintenance practices and techniques.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Knowledge of PLC, logical controls and associated programming software
• Knowledge of troubleshooting programmable frequency drives (VFD) and their relationship to the process

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at applyassistance@danaher.com to request accommodation.