Sr Specialist-Utilities Maintenance Tech

Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: March 28, 2026

Job Description:

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. Position Brand Description: This position provides leadership and guidance to skilled trades personnel, whilst supporting the maintenance leader and planner/scheduler as required. Responsibilities include developing comprehensive work plans, scheduling assignments for high voltage electricians and instrument technicians, and facilitating coordination of electrical outages with site stakeholders. This position is responsible for servicing, diagnosing, and maintaining LTC utility systems, including electrical systems, high purity water, compressed air, steam, chilled water, glycol, city water, and sewer. The role requires adherence to established quality standards and the delivery of exceptional customer service to support equipment and facility maintenance. The incumbent must consistently meet quality requirements and demonstrate effective customer service skills to ensure optimal performance and reliability of all utility equipment and facilities. Key Objectives/Deliverables: Adhere to all HSE standards, support departmental plans, and participate in safety initiatives. Coordinates electrical outages throughout the site to meet both internal and external customer needs, while reducing downtime in manufacturing areas. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on utility equipment, including both high and low voltage electrical gear such as 13.2 KV main switchgear, circuit breakers, relays, and motor starters. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance, as well as calibration, of process instrumentation (including temperature, pressure, flow, pH, conductivity, TOC, and control valves). Updates/create ESI’s using one-lines and or schematics, implement MAP’s (maintenance action plans), switching plans, job plans and shutdown planning. Execution of annual electrical self-assessments Coordinates contractor electrical activities for Utilities Develops training, train others on new technologies, processes, and technical data. Engage in process team initiatives. Monitors GMARS backlog and plans/schedules for high voltage electricians. Update GMARS data, PM requirements, Job Plans and spare parts as needed. Walk down jobs, create, and improve Job/Work Plans Assign appropriate craftsperson or arrange for a contractor to perform the job. When appropriate, assist craftspeople and engineers in troubleshooting equipment/systems to determine problems and the corrective action required. Basic Requirements: Applicants must possess at least three years of experience in LTC Utilities Electrical aptitude is required Experience working in high purity water, compressed air, steam, chilled water, glycol, city water, and sewer systems. Candidates must hold a valid driver’s license. Willingness to respond to call-ins and work scheduled overtime. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds is required. Must be able to tolerate exposure to varying temperatures while performing duties outdoors in both winter and summer conditions. Proficient in the use of CMMS (e.g., Maximo) or similar work order tracking systems. Additional Preferences: Associate’s degree or Technical Certificate in an electrical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Maintenance experience within an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment is required. Ability to accurately follow written procedures during maintenance tasks. Strong documentation skills and effective verbal and written communication abilities. Capable of reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Education Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent Other Information: This position is scheduled for 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Temporary shift changes may occur. Hazardous operations within Utilities include exposure to acid, steam, caustic substances, high pressure, and high temperatures. Work involves awkward positions, cramped quarters, ladders, and scaffolding. Employment requires working during summer and year-end company breaks. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form ( https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation ) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $33.89 - $49.71 Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees. WeAreLilly

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