Facility & Laboratory Maintenance Technician

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform routine building maintenance and general facility upkeep.
• Maintain lighting, electrical fixtures, minor plumbing, doors, ceilings, flooring, and interior/exterior building components.
• Support facility utility systems including HVAC, compressed air, and related infrastructure.
• Manage and support chemical reagent and waste handling, including proper segregation, storage, labeling, and coordination for disposal in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor facility conditions and proactively address maintenance needs.
• Cook up and oversee external contractors and vendors for repairs, inspections, and specialized services not performed internally.
• Assist with facility improvement projects and preventive maintenance programs.
• Operate a forklift for movement of equipment, materials, and supplies.

Laboratory & Equipment Maintenance

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and validation of laboratory and production equipment, including oligo synthesizer, automated liquid handling systems, HPLC, and general lab instrumentation.
• Interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Support installation and qualification of new or upgraded equipment.
• Maintain equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.

Documentation & Compliance

• Document work orders, preventive maintenance, and repairs.
• Maintain records in compliance with Quality System requirements.
• Follow all cGMP, ISO, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Handle hazardous materials using proper PPE and established procedures.
• Maintain required certifications (RCRA, HAZWOPER, DOT HazMat).

Operational Support

• Communicate effectively across shifts.
• Maintain dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Work overtime, weekends, and emergency call-ins as required.
• Complete required training and perform other related duties as assigned.