Facilities Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for the general maintenance of the Altasciences' Everett site. You will take on special projects (e.g. basic renovations), coordinate with the external suppliers, coordinate and perform routine maintenance on the HVAC systems and be available on-call on a rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs preventative maintenance on HVAC’s and other critical systems.
• Involved in planning and executing special projects assigned by the Facilities Manager.
• Assist with site visits and arranging service calls as needed.
• Manages the Emergency help line (24/7) on a rotating basis.
• Depending on location, weekly or monthly testing of the generators, which includes filing forms.
• Basic plumbing work such as valves replacement, equipment installation (ice machine, steamer, etc.).
• Refresh the paint and damaged walls for all Altasciences sites, sometimes the work may require working outside of regular business hours.
• Replacement of all non-functioning lighting (neon lights, light bulbs, etc.).
• Replacement of damaged or stained ceiling tiles.
• Moving various furniture or office supplies.
• Depending on location, assignment of keys to employees.
• Escort contractor during repairs.
• Depending on location, may transport samples from clinic to laboratory.
• Participates in the general maintenance and upkeep of locales.
• Assist in setting up for Altasciences special events (tents, tables, chairs, etc.).
• Depending on location, may receive and deliver participant meals daily from outside caterer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 4-6 years of related experience
• Driver’s License required
• EPA 608 Universal certification
• OSHA or Industry related certifications, preferred
• Technical Skills: MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry specific manuals.
• Working knowledge and ability to perform basic skills including but not limited to plumbing, carpentry, painting, drywall and painting.
• Customer service oriented with good communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of managing multiple conflicting priorities.
• Ability to work within a team and a sense of organization.
• Must be able to work flexible hours
• Must be self-directed, motivated, and have a willingness to take the initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementation.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position.
• All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Pay

$30.00 - $35.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Free parking and lunch offered, Monday through Friday
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
• Telework when applicable.
• Training & Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Schedule

• On-call on a rotating basis
• Flexible hours required
• May require working outside of regular business hours