Project Maintenance Technician

Coyol, Alajuela, Costa Rica
The Project Maintenance Technician is a specialized, hands-on technical position responsible for providing technical support and leading maintenance, repair, and equipment improvement activities to reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency in a regulated cGMP environment. The role includes managing machinery, electrical, mechanical, and control systems, as well as participating in continuous improvement initiatives and supporting critical operations.
Perform technical troubleshooting and problem resolution across multiple equipment types, technologies, and locations.
Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance on critical equipment and evaluate effectiveness to identify and implement improvements.
Diagnose potential or actual equipment failures through observation, analysis, and the use of technical resources such as drawings, schematics, and operating data.
Implement corrective actions efficiently and in a timely manner.
Install, modify, and construct electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems in compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
Ensure compliance with safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and safe chemical handling practices.
Develop and implement work instructions to support less experienced technicians in performing maintenance activities.
Provide emergency maintenance support, including after-hours availability when required.
Support the development and management of spare parts programs.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through process analysis, team recommendations, and audit responses.
Continuously expand technical knowledge through training, workshops, and review of technical documentation.
Train other technicians on basic repairs and operational procedures.
Comply with corporate policies, cGMP requirements, Lean principles, and organizational guidelines.
Support management and perform additional duties as assigned.

How You Will Learn Your Role
Participating in specialized technical training programs (both classroom and hands-on).
Performing tasks under supervision and progressively working independently.
Reviewing technical documentation, blueprints, and operating procedures.

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum of in technical or industrial maintenance.

Ability to read and interpret electrical ladder diagrams and mechanical drawings.
Knowledge of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and other control systems.
Experience using maintenance-related computer systems (work orders, inventory, downtime tracking).
Ability to work independently with general supervision.
Strong analytical skills and intermediate-level mathematical proficiency (ratios, basic algebra).
Strong organizational skills and the ability to solve complex problems.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Adaptability to changing responsibilities and business needs.
Adequate hearing ability to detect alarms and warning signals.

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