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FULL_TIME
2-5

Maintenance Mechanic 4

4/9/2026

The Maintenance Mechanic 4 leads a technical team in executing facilities operations, including preventive and corrective maintenance of HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems. They are responsible for planning maintenance schedules, managing vendors, troubleshooting equipment issues, and generating root cause analysis reports.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
At Illumina, our goal is to apply innovative technologies and revolutionary assays to the analysis of genetic variation and function, making studies possible that were not even imaginable just a few years ago. These studies will help make the realization of personalized medicine possible. With such rapid advances in technology taking place, it is mission critical to have solutions that are not only innovative, but flexible, scalable, and complete with industry-leading support and service. As a global company that places high value on collaborative interactions, rapid delivery of solutions, and prioritizing the needs of its customers, we strive to meet this challenge. Illumina’s innovative, array-based solutions for DNA, RNA, and protein analysis serve as tools for disease research, drug development, and the development of molecular tests in the clinic.
About the Role
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Position Summary:                    

This position leads a team of technical personnel and is responsible for the execution of Facilities Department operations. Mainly to provide support for Facilities Operations at Manufacturing and related areas (e.g. warehouse, walk-in freezers and etc.). This position also covers the repairs of the facility’s structure and equipment, including electrical, HVAC and etc.

The person will also maintain databases for Facilities Operations & Maintenance function. Assists with administrative functions for facilities and Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) groups and coordinates PM’s, work requests, and vendors as needed. The person should be able to guide the team member and able to perform complex problem solving with least guidance. Should be able to generate comprehensive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) report.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Operation of Facilities equipment
  • Perform hands-on preventive and corrective maintenance of Facilities system such as Reverse Osmosis Deionized (RODI) Water System, HVAC, Mechanical and Electrical systems etc.
  • Execute Work order planner role
  • Planning and Scheduling for Equipment/System PM per Master List
  • Liaise with Vendor for Scheduling of Equipment/System PM per Master List
  • Supervising/execution of maintenance activities as per schedule
  • Attend to any interruptions at the manufacturing and other related areas
  • Response and troubleshoot operations/equipment issues
  • Support all manufacturing and related areas, ensuring smooth operations and uphold environment safety
  • Involve in Operations & Maintenance Improvement Projects
  • Support Facilities Change Control (FCC) (site assessment, change requirement and etc.)
  • Execute document change
  • Execute & closure of MMS work orders
  • Monitor Environmental parameters through Building Management System (BMS) & Environmental Management System (EMS)
  • Monitor System/Equipment performance through Building Management System (BMS) & Environmental Management System (EMS)
  • Attend to Out-of-Specification (OOS) scenarios at manufacturing and related areas
  • Execute sensor calibration/verification tasks
  • Support all audits (Internal & External)
  • Execute Daily Log Recording
  • Support to review and revise equipment/system checklist periodically
  • Generate Log trending for Engineer to review
  • Assist Supervisor to lead programs (e.g. PM work status tracking, event setup planning, CM progress monitoring etc.)
  • Able to guide team member on problem solving
  • Able to perform complex problem solving with least guidance
  • Able to generate comprehensive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) report
  • Able to contribute to implement improvement actions in innovative and effective way
  • Lead in establishing of Predictive Maintenance based on Life Cycle Management plan
  • Able to identify, Procure, and Manage critical spares for Equipment/System
  • Support to establish or renewal of Maintenance Service Contracts for Equipment/System for Vendor
  • Able to initiate request in the platform such as ARIBA, iFunctional, Agiloft when needed
  • Able to support on the Annual Plant Shutdown planning
  • Ad hoc assignment by Supervisor

Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.

Position Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience
  • Ability to be on 24-hour standby
  • Able to perform rotating 12 hours’ shift support if required
  • Basic proficiency of simple software applications programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Possess good communication and interpersonal skill
  • Able to generate simple reports
  • Committed and be a good team player
  • Ability to work independently and with all levels
  • Ability to interface with all levels of the company in a professional manner

All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.

Preferred Experience/Education/Skills:

  • Preferably with working experience in a cleanroom/manufacturing facilities environment
  • NITEC/Higher Nitec/Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
  • Strong electrical fundamentals with hands-on troubleshooting experience


We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.
Key Skills
Facilities maintenancePreventive maintenanceCorrective maintenanceHVAC systemsElectrical systemsRoot cause analysisTroubleshootingEquipment calibrationVendor managementWork order planningBuilding management systemsEnvironmental management systemsTechnical leadershipPredictive maintenanceCleanroom operationsMechanical engineering
Categories
ManufacturingEngineeringTradesHealthcareManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Inclusive environmentCareer development experiencesCultural awareness programsSocial responsibility opportunitiesEqual opportunity employer
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