Utilities Technician

Job Posting Title

Utilities & HVAC/Electrical Technician

Job Description

Company: OcyonBio is a partnership development and manufacturing organization focused on advancing gene and cell therapies.

OcyonBio provides dedicated autonomous manufacturing capacity with interconnected infrastructure and systems to support phased appropriate development for early development, pre-clinical, clinical, and commercial start. We behave more like a cGMP incubator space with all regulatory, systems capabilities, and resources to enable CMC data to support regulatory applications. Manufacturing and development spaces are designed to be autonomous while being interconnected to systems required to support clinical and commercial requirements.

We strive to create a space free of both explicit and implicit discrimination and harassment where everyone feels safe, heard, and valued. The character of our employees is as important as their talent, and we're proud of the team and environment we're assembling as we grow.

Place of Performance: CII George Sanders, Aguadilla Pueblo, Aguadilla P.R. *.

Job Overview:

The Utilities & HVAC/Electrical Technician is responsible for the operation, monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of facility and utility systems supporting cGMP manufacturing operations. This role requires a licensed electrician with hands-on experience in HVAC and refrigeration systems.

Reporting directly to the Facility Utility Manager, the position supports reliable operation of electrical distribution, HVAC, refrigeration, and critical utility systems while maintaining compliance with site procedures and applicable regulatory and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain facility electrical distribution systems.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment, panels, transfer switches, generators, motors, and control circuits.
Diagnose electrical failures, implement corrective actions, and support electrical installations, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including air handling units (AHUs), chilled water systems, exhaust systems, split units, and environmental control equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC components.
Monitor system performance and respond to alarms and abnormal operating conditions.
Support HVAC balancing, startup, qualification, and commissioning activities.
Operate and maintain critical utility systems, including chilled water, HVAC, Building Management System (BMS), compressed air, nitrogen distribution, Water for Injection (WFI), and emergency power systems.
Perform routine inspections to support utility reliability and identify maintenance needs.
Complete maintenance activities and work orders using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Maintain accurate logs, service records, and audit-ready documentation in accordance with cGMP documentation practices and site procedures.
Support investigations, deviations, corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), and change controls as required.
Follow applicable FDA, EMA, OSHA, and company requirements.
Respond to utility, HVAC, and electrical system alarms and participate in emergency repairs, facility shutdowns, and recovery activities.
Provide on-call and after-hours support when required.

Education / Qualifications

Associate Degree in Electrical Technology, Refrigeration Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of three years of experience in industrial, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, manufacturing, or critical facility environments.
Experience maintaining electrical distribution systems and HVAC equipment.
Experience supporting regulated or GMP facilities preferred.
Valid Puerto Rico Electrician License required.
Puerto Rico Refrigeration Technician License preferred.
EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification preferred, if applicable.
Training or certification in HVAC controls, BMS, or industrial automation preferred.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
Ability to work independently and within a maintenance team with diverse technical skills.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and troubleshooting techniques.
Working knowledge of HVAC and refrigeration systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and technical drawings.
Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) and CMMS software.
Understanding of cGMP documentation practices and regulated environments.
Ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
Knowledge of preven