Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)
Villigen PSI
12 hours ago
Maintenance Technician for Sanitary and Technical Systems
- 22 May 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Villigen PSI
Job summary
The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is Switzerland's largest research center for natural and engineering sciences. Join us for a dynamic work environment and excellent training opportunities.
Tasks
- Operate and maintain all sanitary and technical systems at PSI.
- Independently plan and execute smaller sanitary projects.
- Coordinate large projects with internal and external planners and ensure quality.
Skills
- Completed vocational training as a sanitary installer or similar qualification.
- Several years of experience in maintaining sanitary and technical systems.
- Excellent German and IT skills for effective communication.
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About the job
The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences in Switzerland. At PSI, we conduct cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation, as well as the fundamentals of nature. Through basic and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for key questions from society, science, and the economy. The education of young people is a central concern of PSI. Therefore, about a quarter of our employees are postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, or apprentices. In total, PSI employs 2300 staff members.
For our Technical Systems group, which is responsible for the smooth operation and maintenance of all sanitary and technical systems at the institute, we are looking for a
Your tasks
- Operation, maintenance, and servicing of all sanitary and technical systems such as drinking water supply, wastewater system including main pipelines, and wastewater pumping stations
- You independently plan and implement smaller sanitary projects yourself, in a team, or with external support
- For larger projects with internal or external planners, you contribute your practical and system knowledge and later take over the construction management, coordinate specialist construction work, and ensure quality assurance on site
- Maintenance and updating of trade plans and revision documents
- Participation in assembly and maintenance work on other systems, such as crane systems, hoists and round slings, lifts, compressors, water treatment plants, as well as special gas installations
Your profile
- You have completed vocational training as a sanitary installer or a comparable qualification
- You already have several years of professional experience in the maintenance of sanitary and ideally also other technical systems
- You are open and motivated to learn new things and show flexibility by supporting team members in different tasks and developing joint solutions
- You have excellent German and IT skills and communicate confidently with various internal and external stakeholders
We offer
Our institute is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. In addition to systematic induction, you benefit from individual development opportunities and our pronounced culture of continuing education. For concerns regarding the optimal balance of work and family or personal interests, we support you with modern employment conditions and facilities on site.
For professional enquiries, please contact André Hochreuter, Tel. +41 56 310 22 35.
We look forward to receiving your online application by 19 June 2026 for the position of Maintenance Technician for Sanitary and Technical Systems (Index No. 9352-27866)
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Luca Simen, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
