Lead Maintenance Technician
Thermo Fisher Scientific · St. Louis, MO
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Pharma & life sciences
- Posted
- 19 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Thermo Fisher Scientific (pharma & life sciences) in St. Louis, MO. Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems, production equipment, and facility support systems.
- They ask for
- 4+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, FDA / GMP, PLC, Automation, Machining, Welding
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1786 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 50 other live reliability postings in Missouri.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (4+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 65%
- ✓ PLC 57%
- ✓ Welding 35%
- EHS / safety 25%
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Stands out: this posting asks for FDA / GMP, Machining, SAP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Thermo Fisher Scientific in St. Louis
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Key Responsibilities
Electrical & Controls Maintenance
· Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems, production equipment, and facility support systems
· Diagnose and correct electrical, instrumentation, and controls failures to minimize downtime
o Support operation and maintenance of: Motor controls and VFDs, Instrumentation and calibration systems, Electrical distribution systems, Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
o Read and interpret: Electrical schematics, P&IDs, Technical manuals, Wiring diagrams and blueprints
Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
· Execute preventive and predictive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and performance
· Complete maintenance work orders accurately and on time within SAP CMMS
· Identify recurring failures and recommend corrective actions or reliability improvements
· Support troubleshooting during equipment startups, shutdowns, and process interruptions
GMP Compliance & Documentation
· Perform all maintenance activities in compliance with GMP, safety, and environmental
requirements
o Ensure accurate and complete maintenance documentation, including: Work orders, Equipment logs, Maintenance forms
· Maintain tools, parts, and work areas in inspection-ready condition
Continuous Improvement & Technical Support
· Participate in root cause investigations and equipment reliability initiatives
· Recommend process and equipment improvements to reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency
· Assist in training and mentoring junior maintenance technicians
· Support implementation of new equipment, upgrades, and automation improvements
Safety
· Follow all lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, and safe work practices
· Actively support site safety initiatives and identify unsafe conditions
· Utilize appropriate PPE and comply with all site environmental, health, and safety procedures
Qualifications
· High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical certification preferred
· Minimum 4 years of industrial electrical maintenance, experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
o Strong troubleshooting experience with: Allen Bradley PLC systems, Industrial instrumentation, AC/DC motors and drives, Electrical distribution systems
· Experience using CMMS systems (SAP preferred)
· Proficient with Windows-based computer systems and maintenance software
· Proficient with Building Management Systems (BMS) and computerized maintenance management systems
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex mechanical and electrical systems
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience in GMP-regulated manufacturing (pharmaceutical, biotech, food, or chemical), preferred
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Work Schedule
Third Shift (Nights)
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights
Job Description
As 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.
The Lead Maintenance Technician – Electrician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and improving electrical, automation, and production support systems within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment. This role supports reliable plant operations through advanced electrical and controls troubleshooting, preventive maintenance execution, and rapid response to equipment failures while maintaining strict compliance with safety and quality standards.
This position serves as a technical resource within the maintenance organization and is expected to independently diagnose complex equipment issues, support continuous improvement initiatives, and assist in maintaining site operational reliability.
· Knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies, preferred
· Experience with calibration systems and process instrumentation, preferred
· Experience with welding, mechanical systems, high pressure gas systems and basic PLC skills, preferred
· Journeyman Electrical License preferred
· Familiarity with NFPA 70E electrical safety standards
· Understanding of electrical installation & construction, AC/DC motor drives, gearboxes, hydraulics & pneumatics systems, preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
· Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic capability
· Experience with high voltage electrical distribution and systems
· Ability to work independently with limited supervision
· Strong communication and teamwork skills
· Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
· Mechanical aptitude including basic machining, welding, hydraulics, and pneumatics preferred
· Ability to support off-shift, weekend, holiday, and emergency response work as required
Working Conditions
Manufacturing and industrial environment with exposure to
- •Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- •Moving mechanical equipment
- •Electrical hazards
- •Noise variations
- •Temperature variations
- •Chemicals and industrial utilities
- •Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift maintenance tools and equipment as required
Benefits
We offer competitive rem