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Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals · 2 hours ago

Facilities Technician (2nd Shift)

Verona, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$63K/yr - $73K/yr

5+ years exp

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative RNAi-based therapeutics for intractable diseases. The Facilities Technician II will support building operations during 2nd shift hours, ensuring the safety and functionality of the manufacturing and building infrastructure through routine maintenance and urgent repairs.

BiotechnologyHealth CareNanotechnologyPharmaceutical

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Facilities point of contact during second shift, independently managing issues and ensuring timely resolution with minimal supervision

Respond promptly to urgent maintenance situations (e.g., leaks, power outages, equipment malfunctions), prioritizing safety and operational continuity

Perform routine building maintenance across multiple trades, including: Carpentry, Painting and general repairs, Plumbing, Electrical, General Cleaning, HVAC support and diagnostics

Participate in a rotating non-business hour on call program to respond to emergency building maintenance issues and system failures including holidays and weekends

Conduct regular inspections of building systems and infrastructure to identify and address maintenance needs proactively

Accurately complete and document daily work orders and maintenance records using appropriate tools and systems

Coordinate and oversee specialized contractors and OEM technicians, ensuring high-quality, compliant service on complex equipment

Take initiative to identify facility issues or improvement opportunities and resolve or escalate as needed

Strictly adhere to Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) standards and internal procedures to maintain a safe and compliant working environment

Assist with inventory management of critical spare parts and consumables to minimize downtime

Ensure compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations, including cGMP, FDA, and OSHA guidelines

Maintain all required training certifications and job qualifications in alignment with regulatory and site requirements

Provide thorough shift handoffs, communicating effectively with first-shift personnel through logs, documentation, and in-person updates

Demonstrate continuous growth in technical knowledge, problem-solving ability, and cross-functional communication

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Facilities maintenance experienceHVAC troubleshootingPlumbing skillsElectrical workGMP complianceComputer literacyCustomer-orientedCommunication skillsDecision-making skillsSelf-motivated

Required

High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary technical training a plus

Minimum of 5 years of hands-on facilities or maintenance experience

Proven knowledge in building systems maintenance, including: Basic carpentry, painting, and drywall repair, Minor electrical work (e.g., lighting, outlets, ballasts), Plumbing (e.g., leaks, drains, line installs), HVAC troubleshooting and support

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, prioritize, and resolve issues independently, particularly during off-hours or without direct supervision

Strong decision-making skills with a safety-first mindset and the ability to assess risk, root cause, and potential business impact in real time

Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, quality, contractors) to implement maintenance solutions and improvements

Proficient in interpreting manuals, SOPs, and maintenance documentation

Comfortable working in GMP-regulated or highly compliant environments; understanding of FDA, OSHA, EPA, EH&S, and Wisconsin state safety standards preferred

Computer literacy, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic familiarity with digital work order systems (e.g., CMMS)

Strong communication skills, with the ability to write clear shift handoffs and verbally convey technical information to non-technical audiences

Self-motivated, professional, and customer-oriented; takes initiative, follows through, and consistently delivers high-quality work