GMP Technician and Overview

Department: Operations

Reports To: Operations Supervisor / Site Lead

Positions Supervised: None

Employment Type: Full-Time and Casual

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

Primary Work Locations:

Vancouver, BC V5Z 3C2

Compensation: $21.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

MISSION

At Vibraclean, our mission is to deliver exceptional contamination-control and specialized cleaning services that support the safety, quality, and compliance of the facilities we serve.

Our technicians work in highly controlled pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and other regulated environments where attention to detail, consistency, and adherence to established procedures are critical.

We invest in training and development so that employees can build specialized skills and grow within the pharmaceutical and controlled-environment industry.

POSITION SUMMARY The GMP Technician is responsible for performing specialized cleaning, sanitation, and contamination-control activities within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, cleanroom, laboratory, and other regulated environments.

This position requires strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), client requirements, safety procedures, and established cleaning protocols.

GMP Technicians are expected to perform their work accurately, consistently, and with a strong attention to detail. The position includes routine controlled-environment cleaning as well as opportunities to support specialized pharmaceutical cleaning and decontamination projects.

Previous GMP or cleanroom experience is considered an asset but is not required. Training will be provided to suitable candidates.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following responsibilities describe the primary functions of the position and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned.

Perform GMP and Controlled-Environment Cleaning

- Perform routine and detailed cleaning and sanitation of cleanrooms, laboratories, controlled environments, gowning areas, airlocks, corridors, equipment areas, and associated facility spaces.
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly, periodic, and project-based cleaning activities according to approved procedures and schedules.
- Clean walls, floors, ceilings, doors, windows, fixtures, equipment exteriors, and other designated surfaces.
- Use specialized cleanroom cleaning methods, tools, wipes, mops, HEPA-filtered vacuums, and other equipment as required.
- Prepare and use cleaning agents and disinfectants according to approved procedures and manufacturer requirements.
- Maintain appropriate contamination-control practices throughout all cleaning activities.

Follow GMP, SOP, and Documentation Requirements

- Follow approved SOPs, work instructions, cleaning procedures, and client-specific protocols.
- Complete cleaning records, logbooks, checklists, and other GMP documentation accurately and legibly.
- Follow Good Documentation Practices when completing controlled records.
- Perform work in the required sequence and according to established frequencies and methods.
- Immediately communicate documentation errors, missed cleaning activities, deviations, damage, contamination concerns, or other unusual conditions to the appropriate supervisor.

Cleanroom Gowning and Contamination Control

- Follow site-specific gowning and degowning procedures before entering and exiting controlled environments.
- Properly wear cleanroom garments, gloves, masks, boot covers, coveralls, and other required PPE.




- Follow personnel and material flow requirements intended to prevent cross-contamination.
- Maintain appropriate cleanroom behaviours while working in controlled environments.

Health and Safety

- Follow Vibraclean and client health and safety requirements at all times.
- Wear all required personal protective equipment.
- Safely handle cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, equipment, and cleaning materials.
- Review and follow WHMIS/SDS requirements associated with products used during cleaning activities.
- Report unsafe conditions, spills, equipment issues, injuries, near misses, and other safety concerns immediately.
- Participate in required safety training and client-specific orientation programs.

Respiratory Protection

- Some assignments may require the use of respiratory protection.
- Employees must be capable of wearing assigned respiratory protective equipment when required for specific tasks.
- Where respirator use is required, appropriate training, fit testing, and other applicable requirements will be completed before the employee performs the work.

Equipment and Materials

- Safely operate cleaning equipment and specialized contamination-control tools.
- Inspect equipment prior to use and report damaged or malfunctioning equipment.
- Maintain cleaning carts, equipment, storage areas, and supply rooms in a clean and organized condition.
- Monitor cleaning material and consumable inventory and advise supervisors when supplies require replenishment.

Communication and Teamwork

- Communicate professionally with Vibraclean supervisors, coworkers, and client personnel.
- Coordinate cleaning activities with team members to ensure assigned work is completed correctly and on schedule.
- Follow instructions provided by supervisors and site leadership.
- Escalate concerns when procedures, instructions, site conditions, or client expectations are unclear.
- Support other technicians and project teams when required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, cleanroom, laboratory, healthcare, industrial, janitorial, or controlled-environment cleaning is an asset.
- Previous GMP experience is an asset but is not required.
- Training will be provided to suitable candidates.

Knowledge and Skills Successful candidates should demonstrate:

- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to consistently follow written procedures and instructions.
- Reliability and punctuality.
- Ability to work within highly structured processes.
- Ability to complete documentation accurately.
- Strong safety awareness.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Professional communication skills.
- Willingness to learn pharmaceutical GMP and contamination-control practices.
- Ability to accept coaching and apply feedback.

Language Requirements Employees must be able to communicate effectively in English in order to:

- Read and understand cleaning procedures, SOPs, safety documentation, and work instructions.
- Complete cleaning records and routine documentation.
- Understand verbal instructions and safety communications.




- Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and client personnel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT This position works primarily within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, laboratory, cleanroom, and other controlled environments.

Employees should expect

- Strict adherence to gowning, hygiene, and contamination-control procedures.
- Regular use of gloves, masks, cleanroom garments, safety footwear, eye protection, and other PPE.
- Routine use of cleaning agents and disinfectants.
- Work in environments with controlled temperature and humidity.
- Repetitive cleaning activities.
- Extended periods of standing and walking.
- Work that may require bending, kneeling, reaching, wiping, mopping, and other repetitive movements.
- Occasional use of respiratory protection.
- Work around operating pharmaceutical or laboratory facilities where additional client-specific safety and security requirements may apply.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The employee must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

The role may require

- Standing and walking for extended periods.
- Repetitive hand and arm movements.
- Reaching above shoulder height and toward floor level.
- Bending, kneeling, crouching, and working in different physical positions.
- Operating mops, vacuums, cleaning equipment, and other tools.
- Lifting and carrying cleaning supplies or equipment weighing up to approximately 30 pounds.
- Wearing cleanroom garments and required PPE for extended periods.
- Occasionally wearing respiratory protection.

SHIFT AND SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS Vibraclean is currently hiring for both full-time and casual positions.

Typical scheduled shifts include

- Monday to Friday: 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Weekends: 12:00 PM–8:00 PM

Schedules may vary depending on client production requirements, project requirements, shutdowns, or operational needs. Full time employees will normally be assigned a regular schedule, while casual employees may be offered shifts based on operational requirements and employee availability.

Occasional overtime, weekend, holiday, or alternate-shift work may be available or required depending on project and client needs.

TRANSPORTATION A personal vehicle is not required for this position.

Employees are responsible for arranging reliable transportation to and from their assigned work location and must be able to arrive on time for scheduled shifts.

Primary Vancouver work locations include:

- Vancouver, BC V5Z 3C2

Employees may occasionally be offered opportunities to support work at other client locations.

COMPENSATION

Starting wage range

$21.00–$24.00 per hour

Starting compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, GMP or cleanroom knowledge, previous specialized-cleaning experience, and demonstrated qualifications.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

This position is particularly well suited to someone who:

- Takes pride in doing detailed work correctly.
- Is dependable and arrives prepared and on time.
- Is comfortable working within rules and structured procedures.
- Understands that documentation is an important part of the job.
- Wants to develop specialized skills beyond traditional janitorial cleaning.
- Is interested in working in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or cleanroom environments.
- Is looking for opportunities to develop within a growing contamination-control organization.

Pay: $23.00-$24.00 per hour Expected hours: 8.0 – 32.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care

Work Location: In person

📌 Cleanroom Cleaning Technician (Vancouver)
🏢 Vibraclean
📍 Vancouver