Sr. Facility Maintenance & Utility Technician, 1st Shift

Forge Your Future with Us:

At Forge Biologics, we believe in turning bold ideas into life-changing realities. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to enable access to life-changing gene therapies and help bring them from ideas into reality. We partner with scientists, physicians, biotech and pharma innovators, and patient communities — all united by one goal: improving lives. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to make a tangible impact, this is where your journey begins.

Our team works out of The Hearth, a state-of-the-art, 200,000-square-foot cGMP facility in Columbus, Ohio. Here, you won’t just watch innovation happen — you’ll be part of it. Whether you’re scaling AAV manufacturing, collaborating on cutting-edge therapies, or supporting complex technical projects, you’ll play a key role in bringing hope to patients with genetic diseases.

What sets Forge apart is our culture of H.O.P.E. We are hardworking, showing up each day with determination and grit. We are open, creating a space where ideas flow freely, and every voice is valued. We are purpose-driven, with every task directly tied to changing lives. And we are engaged, energized by the challenges we face and the milestones we achieve together.

At Forge, your growth matters. We’re committed to helping you expand your skills, take on new challenges, and develop your career through mentorship, hands-on learning, and opportunities for advancement. Our people are our greatest investment, and we’re proud to see team members grow with us.

If you’re ready to use your talent to help deliver hope to patients around the world, join us — and be part of something bigger than yourself.

About The Role:

The Sr. Facility Maintenance & Utility Technician manages the upkeep and compliance of the overall facility. This role is responsible for the overall maintenance compliance of utility and facility infrastructure and ensures that robust maintenance plans and contracts are in place and executed for utility and facility systems.

Responsibilities:

• Assess facility and utility infrastructure for compliance, maintenance needs, and continuous improvements.

• Support and maintain GMP-Compliant maintenance plans and schedules for utility and facility infrastructure, supporting updates to SOPs, PMs, and maintenance procedures.

• Perform site walk downs and documents for overall utility and facility conditions.

• Conduct planned and corrective maintenance on building infrastructure while ensuring compliance with Quality and EHSS requirements.

• Manage contractor services on externally performed equipment preventative and corrective maintenance, including scheduling, on-site supervision, and providing training that ensures all applicable documentation is in accordance with internal procedures.

• Interface with various departments to complete facility and utility repairs, including Manufacturing, Quality Control, Process Development, Facilities and other departments to coordinate repairs and minimize downtime. Works with departments on hand-over of equipment after maintenance and ensures its performance during re-start.

• Develop and update Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Work Instructions (WIs), and Work Plan Templates (WPTs) for maintenance procedures.

• Review externally performed maintenance and ensures maintenance documentation is accurately recorded in the Maintenance CMMS system (Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Manager (BMRAM), while adhering to Good Documentation Practices.

• Support the spare parts program by identifying critical spare parts for utility and facility infrastructure.

• Support monitoring of the Building Automation System and Building Monitoring System.

• Perform gas cylinder change-outs for GMP Manufacturing and Laboratory / Development areas.

• General site facility maintenance and inspections:

• Floor cleaning, roof inspections, and fire extinguisher checks.

• Conduct wall repairs, painting, condensate drain verification, and other building hardware maintenance.

• Support office furniture moves and coordination.

• Oversee roof maintenance, including cleaning drains and coordinating repairs with roofing contractors.

• General landscape maintenance and parking lot repairs, including trash pickup, debris removal, Snow and Ice removal, line painting and coordination with landscape contractors.

• Ensure external lighting functionality and coordinate repairs as needed.

• Support building fire alarm system inspections and badge reader operations, coordinating with contractors when required.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in facility and utility infrastructure maintenance within an industrial or regulated environment.

• Strong knowledge of building systems, mechanical infrastructure, and utility equipment.

• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical issues while ensuring minimal operational impact.

• Experience with CMMS related systems (e.g. BMRAM) for documentation and maintenance tracking.

• Must be a self-starter, detail oriented, able to perform complex tasks and work cross functionally with other departments with minimal supervision with strong communication skills, particularly in reporting facility issues and coordinating cross-functional maintenance efforts.

• Able to provide after-hours troubleshooting and on-call support for building management and monitoring systems.

Preferred Skills:

• Working knowledge of GMP documentation and data integrity standards.

• Experience in documentation management within a structured Quality System (ISO, FDA).

• HVAC systems operation and troubleshooting (AHUs, RTUs, Chillers, Boilers).

• Understanding mechanical systems (pumps, compressors, valves).

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment for this position includes manufacturing, utility, and maintenance areas within a regulated facility, as well as occasional outdoor work. Employees may be exposed to mechanical equipment, moving machinery, varying temperatures, and moderate noise levels. Work may be performed in confined spaces, elevated locations, or areas requiring strict adherence to safety and cleanliness standards.

This role requires the physical capability to perform routine maintenance tasks, including standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, and working in tight or awkward spaces for extended periods. The position may require lifting, pushing, or pulling materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Additional physical and environmental requirements include:

• Ability to gown and work in Classified Areas of the facility, including ISO 7 and ISO 8 environments, following sterile gowning procedures

• Ability to move safely over uneven terrain and navigate confined or restricted spaces

• Ability to safely climb ladders and work at heights while carrying up to 50 pounds

• Ability to properly wear and use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety footwear, eye protection, gloves, and other protective gear as necessary.

Forge Biologics is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Forge Biologics, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We’ve Got You Covered:

At Forge Biologics, we believe our people deserve to be taken care of – in and out of the workplace. We’ve built a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to help you thrive, grow, and feel valued every step of the way:

Health from day one

• Health, dental and vision insurance start your first day – with 90% of premiums covered for you and your family.

Time to recharge

• A competitive paid time off plan – because rest fuels innovation.

• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave so you can focus on family when it matters most.

Rewarding your impact

• Annual bonus opportunities for all full-time team members.

• 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future.

• Special employee discounts, including childcare and dependent care savings.

Your wellness, supported

• Onsite fitness facility at The Hearth.

• Mental health counseling and financial planning services through our Employee Assistance Program.

• Employer-paid short and long-term disability coverage to protect your peace of mind.

Fuel for your workday

• A fully stocked kitchen with free snacks and beverages – we keep you energized and ready for what’s next.

Grow with us

• Ongoing professional development resources, training, and mentorship programs to help you build your care and grow within Forge.