Facilities Maintenance Technician

Category:

Life Science

Employment Type:

Contract To Hire

Reference:

BH-382083

Yoh Life Sciences is hiring for a Facilities Maintenance Technician
for our biotech, agriculture client in Roseville, MN. This role will work across a variety of facilities including biotechnology laboratory settings, greenhouse, and warehouse environments.

Pay Rate: $30-35/hr
Shift: M-F 9-5pm
Location: Roseville, MN
Duration: 6 month - 1 year contact with possibility to convert to a permanent employee

Role Responsibilities:

• Responsible on a 7/24 basis for the operations of facility containing biotech labs, greenhouse and offices.
• Hands-on work in the following areas, but not limited to, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, painting, site security system, and mechanical.
• Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies and knowledgeable of their requirements to ensure compliance; ensure all permits are current and are being complied with.
• Follow company safety policies to protect yourself, your colleagues, the worksite and the environment.
• Respond to incoming work order requests and record progress using CMMS software in a timely manner.
• Regularly inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment to identify potential issues; perform diagnostics as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs; engage teammates and external contractors as needed.
• Coordinate the work of various service contractors ensuring quality results using safe work practices.
• Work cooperatively with Purchasing and Accounting to source parts, create purchase orders, and verify proper delivery of goods and services.
• Partner with all business units to ensure a safe and fit-for-purpose work environment.

• Customer oriented approach with quality craftsmanship skills.
• Experience using hand and power tools to perform a variety of trades work.
• Strong interpersonal skills, fostering teamwork, collaboration, and open communication with a culture of mutual respect and inclusivity.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong collaborative work effort with personnel at all levels of the company, as well as outside vendors and agencies.
• Adaptable and open to feedback.
• Ability to use sound judgment to resolve and troubleshoot issues.
• Willing to work off-hours when needed and respond to facility/security emergencies during assigned "on call" periods.
• Ability to climb fixed ladders onto the building roof to investigate issues that arise.
• Works well under pressure to meet multiple deadlines in a timely manner.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), building management systems, card access systems and security systems are a plus.
• Active First Aid/CPR/AED certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Demonstrable interest in continual learning to promote professional growth while supporting business needs

• High School Diploma required; Trade School or Apprenticeship Program certificates are a plus
• Minimum five (5) years' experience in facilities maintenance. Experience with biotechnology facilities is highly desirable.
• Possess a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record
• Physical ability to work in demanding situations including periods of standing, work in tight spaces, working at heights, reaching overhead, lifting at least 50 lbs.