Lead building Maintenance Technician

Waltham, Massachusetts, USA
Full-time
$29.82–$39.76
Posted Nov 9, 2026

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Skills

HVAC
Plumbing
Blueprint Reading
Communication
Leadership
Microsoft Office
Preventive Maintenance
Problem Solving
Time Management
Troubleshooting

Job description

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Working at heights

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:

Join our facilities team as a Lead Building Maintenance Technician! In this role, you'll ensure the reliable operation of facilities while supporting our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. You'll lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities across multiple building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment. Working in a GMP environment, you'll troubleshoot issues, coordinate with vendors, and maintain documentation to ensure regulatory compliance. This position offers opportunities to contribute to facility improvements, mentor team members, and support operational excellence through effective solutions.

REQUIREMENTS:

•4 years of experience in facilities maintenance within regulated industrial environments

•Preferred Fields of Study: mechanical, electrical, or facilities engineering

•CFC/EPA Universal Certification preferred

•Technical certifications in mechanical/electrical trades preferred

•Current boiler operator license or ability to obtain within 1 year where required

•Comprehensive knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical equipment, and BMS

•Experience with preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

•Strong troubleshooting skills for facility equipment and utility systems

•Ability to read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and technical documentation

•Experience coordinating contractors and managing small projects

•Knowledge of GMP, FDA regulations, and safety protocols preferred

•Excellent communication and leadership skills

•Available for on-call rotation and emergency response

•Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs and working in various environmental conditions

•Valid driver's license required

•Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

•Strong organizational and time management abilities

•Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to work independently

•Experience with building security and monitoring systems a plus

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $29.82–$39.76.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

•A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

•Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

•At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

•Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

•Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards