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Utilities Technician I

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Utilities Technician I

full-timePosted: Aug 2, 2026Updated: Sep 1, 2026USA, South Carolina, Florence

Job Description

Work ScheduleOtherEnvironmental ConditionsAble to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Will work with hazardous/toxic materialsJob DescriptionAs 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.DESCRIPTIONYou will supply site functions in the areas of Waste Water Pretreatment, Energy Center, Manufacturing, Lab and Site Utilities.Demonstrate a high standard of performance and accountability while working in a team environment to deliver reliable utilities and services for the siteOperate (through manual and computer operations) waste water stripper, vent collection systems, thermal oxidizer, solvent tank farm, solvent recovery system, manufacturing water systems (Pharma/Purified), fire water system, chilled water system (ammonia chillers), cooling towers, electrical system, steam system, HTF systems, nitrogen system, and compressed air system (through PCR2 and Wonder ware)Monitor (through Honeywell Operating system) HVAC systems following cGMP proceduresApply knowledge of boiler-water and cooling tower water chemistryComply with all SOP's and regulatory documents/agenciesComplete all Tank Farm transfersHave or work toward Waste water license (D level required)Obtain licenses for and demonstrate ability to operate various materials handling equipmentAdminister, document and maintain conformance to regulatory requirements and company policies where appropriate through effective utilization of Company Quality Systems and tools, as well as direct actionsPerform minor mechanical and equipment maintenanceMust demonstrate competency on M-F day shift prior to placement on rotating 12 hour shifts with 7 day per week availability and work approved overtime as neededUse Microsoft Office software to create, modify, save, and print documents in Microsoft Word and ExcelPerform other duties as requiredREQUIREMENTSEducation:High school diploma or equivalentExperience:6 Months experience in a manufacturing environmentExperience in a chemical processing or pharmaceutical environment preferredStrong mechanical aptitudeMust have successfully completed Phase I of the Utilities Plant Operator On-The Job Training program within the first year of employment. This requirement will involve learning/applying chemical technology, math, chemistry, process equipment and control systemsExperience following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Equivalency:Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be consideredAdditional Requirements:Ability to commute reliably to the Florence East siteCompetencies:Good knowledge and understanding of basic equipmentGood problem solving skills and logical approach to solving problemsDemonstrable interpersonal and communication skills to foster the team environmentAbility to read and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulationsAbility to apply basic mathematical principlesStrong attention to detail and drive to accomplish the job timely, accurately and safely the first timeAbility to work closely and effectively in a team environmentAbility to work a 12-hour rotating shift in a 24-hour, 7 day per week operation to include evenings and holidaysAbility to apply knowledge of Good Manufacturing processes and the knowledge and skills in pharmaceutical processes, equipment, instrumentation, and proceduresPhysical Requirements:Regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; sit and talk, hear or smellOccasionally required to walk and stoop, or kneel, crouchRegularly required to climb laddersMust occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusWork can often require being outside in all weather conditionsOccasionally exposed to various types of chemical substances (SDS information for review on an on-going basis)Must comply with all applicable safety and security procedures: determine appropriate action beyond guidelines and report potentially unsafe conditions

Locations

  • USA, South Carolina, Florence

Skills Required

  • manufacturing environmentintermediate
  • chemical processingintermediate
  • Good Manufacturing processesintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent (experience)
  • 6 Months experience in a manufacturing environment (experience)
  • Experience in a chemical processing or pharmaceutical environment preferred (experience)
  • Strong mechanical aptitude (experience)
  • Must have successfully completed Phase I of the Utilities Plant Operator On-The Job Training program within the first year of employment. This requirement will involve learning/applying chemical technology, math, chemistry, process equipment and control systems (experience)
  • Experience following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) (experience)
  • Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered (experience)
  • Ability to commute reliably to the Florence East site (experience)
  • Good knowledge and understanding of basic equipment (experience)
  • Good problem solving skills and logical approach to solving problems (experience)
  • Demonstrable interpersonal and communication skills to foster the team environment (experience)
  • Ability to read and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations (experience)
  • Ability to apply basic mathematical principles (experience)
  • Strong attention to detail and drive to accomplish the job timely, accurately and safely the first time (experience)
  • Ability to work closely and effectively in a team environment (experience)
  • Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift in a 24-hour, 7 day per week operation to include evenings and holidays (experience)
  • Ability to apply knowledge of Good Manufacturing processes and the knowledge and skills in pharmaceutical processes, equipment, instrumentation, and procedures (experience)
  • Regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; sit and talk, hear or smell (experience)
  • Occasionally required to walk and stoop, or kneel, crouch (experience)
  • Regularly required to climb ladders (experience)
  • Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (experience)
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus (experience)
  • Work can often require being outside in all weather conditions (experience)
  • Occasionally exposed to various types of chemical substances (SDS information for review on an on-going basis) (experience)
  • Must comply with all applicable safety and security procedures: determine appropriate action beyond guidelines and report potentially unsafe conditions (experience)

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