Utilities Technician (Days)

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are currently looking to add a Utilities Technician to our growing team. Our Utility Technicians are responsible for operations and maintenance of High Purity Water/Steam systems and Plant Utility systems that support our manufacturing process. This is a diverse maintenance position with growth potential in a growing company.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & where:

• Location: Rensselaer, New York, United States
• Working shift: Wednesday-Saturday 6:00am-4:30pm
• Training shift: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm

What you’ll do:

• Maintain water room and boiler room related equipment, including pumps, motors, clean and plant utilities pre-treatment systems, Water for Injection (WFI) stills, Clean Steam Generators, high pressure steam, plant steam boilers, boiler controls, condensate return, natural gas, domestic potable water, tepid water, wastewater, and related piping
• Perform troubleshooting and hands-on repairs on Clean Utility and Plant Utility equipment and systems
• Follow current good manufacturing practices (cGMPs)
• Participate in a rotational on-call schedule for site emergency work
• The environment and physical rhythms of this role: Gowning: Full cleanroom attire (examples may include: including laundered undergarments, gown, facemask, hairnet, safety glasses, safety shoes and booties, latex gloves and the use of sanitizing agents during gowning process including IPA)
• Ability to remove jewelry, makeup and nail adornments when wearing cleanroom attire
• Ability to perform physical requirements for entirety of shift (up to 10 hours) in a clean room environment
• Some physical requirements can include but are not limited to: bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, reaching overhead, sitting, squatting, walking, standing, driving, hand manipulation and ability to lift/push/pull up to 50lbs
• Let’s find out if we’re a fit: AAS degree, preferably in an Engineering or Construction Technologies subject area and the following minimum years of experience: Utilities Technician II: 2+ years of related experience, or HSD/GED with 5+ years, preferably in a cGMP environment
• Utilities Technician III: 5+ years of related experience, or HSD/GED with 8+ years, preferably in a cGMP environment
• Ability to read and/or understand piping, electrical, and instrumentation drawings
• Basic troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude as related to the utilities being maintained
• Comfort and flexibility working in a changing environment
• Level will be determined based on qualifications relevant to the role
• Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.
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