Compressors Operations & Maintenance Technician

LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Centre sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach. 

We are seeking an experienced Operations & Maintenance Technician to support the operation, maintenance, and reliability of systems in a mission-critical environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in performing preventive and corrective maintenance across a range of mechanical, and process mechanical equipment specifically compressed air systems. This role ensures safety, compliance, and consistent system readiness to support client and facility operations.

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on compressed air systems, including Oil-Free Air (OFA), High-Pressure Oil-Free Air (HPOFA), and Low-Pressure Oil-Free Air (LPOFA) systems, as well as ancillary equipment such as dryers, receivers, filtration units, condensate systems, and controls.
• Execute all scheduled maintenance (monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, annual, 2-year, and 5-year) in accordance with OEM requirements, internal standards, and industry best practices.
• Conduct instrument calibrations (pressure, flow, temperature, dew point, etc.) in place or through certified laboratory calibration, ensuring reinstallation, tagging, and verification of functionality.
• Perform full Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) prior to maintenance, verify zero-energy state, and safely remove isolation only after completion and verification of work.
• Coordinate with site operations or facilities teams to ensure systems are safely handed off and restored without impacting production.
• Obtain approval from qualified personnel for any deviations from OEM or internal maintenance intervals, methods, or materials.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system or equipment issues affecting performance, reliability, or safety.
• Record all maintenance activities, findings, and calibration data accurately in a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) such as Maximo, eMaint, SAP PM, or equivalent.
• Develop and submit cost estimates for labor, materials, and equipment related to corrective or improvement work.
• Follow all site safety standards, including confined space entry, elevated work, and PPE compliance.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) for system failures and propose corrective or preventive actions to improve reliability.
• Maintain calibration documentation and ensure all instruments are certified, traceable, and properly labeled.
• Review and update job plans, SOPs, and maintenance procedures to improve consistency and efficiency.
• Monitor system performance data (pressures, flows, dew points, compressor run hours) and report abnormalities to supervision or engineering.
• Support spare parts and materials management, ensuring critical spares are available for recurring PM and CM activities.
• Collaborate with other technicians, leads, and planners to ensure safe, coordinated maintenance execution and efficient scheduling.
• Participate in ongoing technical and safety training to maintain or expand qualifications (mechanical, instrumentation, or controls disciplines).
• Ensure full compliance with LOTO procedures, zero safety incidents, and on-time completion of all scheduled PM and CM activities.
• Provide continuous feedback on system condition, PM effectiveness, and opportunities for reliability optimization or predictive maintenance improvements.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills Required:

• 2–5 years’ hands-on experience in operations and maintenance within mission-critical or industrial facilities.
• Broad technical knowledge of mechanical and/or process systems, specifically compressed air systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and escalate issues with equipment and systems effectively.
• Knowledge of environmental, health, and safety standards in mission-critical environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with engineers, vendors, and operations staff.
• Attention to detail with accurate documentation and monitoring of system performance.
• Ability to remain proactive and responsive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.

Education / Licenses / Certifications

• High School Dip