Senior Utilities Technician

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AbCellera is seeking a Senior Utilities Technician to join the Engineering Asset Management team in Vancouver, onsite, full time. Based in a new GMP facility, you’ll support operation and maintenance of critical utilities and collaborate with manufacturing operations, process engineering and quality teams. Your day to day will include assisting the Chief Boiler Power Engineer, monitoring boilers, chillers, AHUs, water for injection, compressed air and clean gases, tracking alarms in the building management system, executing CMMS work orders, performing shutdowns and restarts, troubleshooting interfacing equipment, and recommending improvements. Requirements include 3+ years in a manufacturing plant operation or similar field plus a Bachelor’s degree; a Technical Safety BC Class V Power Engineering certificate is desirable but not required, and GMP clean utilities experience is a plus. Compensation ranges from 67,247 to 82,000 CAD plus equity, annual bonus and a 6 percent RRSP contribution, plus a CAD 1,500 annual Active Lifestyle Allowance, vacation, professional development and benefits. To apply, submit your application on our website with Job ID 23245 in your cover letter; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and all official communications will come from an @abcellera.com address.

From target to the clinic. AbCellera’s platform integrates biology, computation, and engineering to develop impactful antibody-based medicines. We’re scientists, engineers, and business professionals who work together to turn scientific insights into breakthrough medicines. We pursue truth and scientific rigor. We think independently, act with conviction, and have the courage to work at the edge of the unknown. We offer the opportunity to stretch and explore, and to work on things that matter.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Utilities Technician to join our Engineering Asset Management team, playing a key role in the operations and maintenance of critical utilities systems in our new GMP manufacturing facility. In this role, based in beautiful Vancouver, you will work closely with manufacturing operations, process engineering, quality, and other technical operations functions.

How you might spend your days

• Providing technical support to the Chief Boiler Power Engineer operating our boilers and process vessels in compliance with the Technical Safety BC
• Supporting the day-to-day safe and reliable monitoring and operation of all utilities equipment/systems (e.g. boilers, chillers, air handling units, water for injection, compressed air, clean gasses, etc.), including attendance to alarm in our building management system
• Carrying out work order relating to routine maintenance and planned repair activities for utilities equipment through CMMS e-system
• Performing shutdown and restart of utilities systems during major maintenance activities or unplanned power outage in accordance with internal safety and quality requirements
• Providing technical support, troubleshooting, and problem-solving solutions for utilities systems interfacing with manufacturing process and quality control equipment
• Providing recommendations for improvements on operations of utilities and base building equipment
• May be asked to perform shift work based on company business needs and to ensure minimal downtime of facilities

We’d love to hear from you if

• You have 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing plant operation (steam plant, production, maintenance, quality, safety, and environmental compliance) or similar industry, in addition to a Bachelor's degree; candidates with less experience are welcome to apply, and may be considered for a Technician role 
• You have a valid Technical Safety BC Class V Power Engineering certificate (desirable, but not required), or are eager to pursue one in the future
• You have experience with or knowledge about base utilities equipment such as Boilers, Chillers, AHU, and Compressed Gases; hands-on experience in GMP clean utilities (e.g. Reverse Osmosis (RO) Water Systems, Water for Injection, Clean Compressed Air, etc.) would be desirable
• You have a strong mechanical aptitude, electrical knowledge and you are able to perform/supervise routine maintenance and repair tasks
• You have a strong operational acumen with experience in risk management, and can prioritize science and engineering approaches to prevent process downtime
• You are passionate about building dynamic new teams and capabilities that accomplish important goals
• You are a creative and innovative thinker, with the ability to identify potential issues before they arise

What we offer

AbCellera’s hiring range for this role is $67,247 - $82,000 annually, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer equity, annual bonus dependent on team and company performance, and a 6% (non-match) RRSP contribution. 

You will have a CAD $1,500 annual Active Lifestyle Allowance, annual vacation, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive health benefits. Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find we prioritize teams and social groups to build community and connections across AbCellera.

About AbCellera

AbCellera is a global company focused on delivering breakthrough medicines that alleviate suffering, extend lives, and improve health. Our platform includes fully integrated capabilities to create first-in-class and best-in-class antibody medicines, from discovery to clinical manufacturing. 

We are using our technological advantage to develop programs across multiple indications including endocrine and metabolic conditions, oncology, and inflammation and autoimmunity. We’re advancing programs involving complex transmembrane proteins, bispecifics, and antibody drug conjugates. 

Creating medicines is the most important work we can do. When tenacious people share a vision and work together, they can truly have a positive impact. That’s why we hire for character and intelligence, not just for CVs or experience. 

We look for people with drive and energy. People we trust. People who need to know their days are being well spent. That their work really matters. In the end, our success will be measured by the impact of our medicines.

To apply

Please submit your application through our website and refer to Job ID 23245 in your cover letter. We receive a large volume of applications and are only able to contact those who are selected for an interview. All communication from our Talent Discovery team will come from an @abcellera.com email address.