Autonomous Lab Operations & Maintenance Tech

Periodic Labs; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Periodic Labs is seeking a Laboratory Operations & Maintenance Technician in Menlo Park. This role focuses on building, maintaining, and scaling the physical infrastructure for advanced materials discovery. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in laboratory operations, strong hands-on skills with tools, and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems.

The position involves managing equipment maintenance, inventory, and laboratory operations in a fast-paced startup environment. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required, and compensation is around $100,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in laboratory operations or industrial maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and mechanical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Execute preventative maintenance programs for laboratory equipment.
• Perform routine inspections, cleaning, and calibration checks.
• Maintain laboratory utility systems and infrastructure.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical assembly

Gas and vacuum systems

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

MaintainX CMMS

Hand tools and power tools

Job description

Periodic Labs is seeking a Laboratory Operations & Maintenance Technician in Menlo Park. This role focuses on building, maintaining, and scaling the physical infrastructure for advanced materials discovery. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in laboratory operations, strong hands-on skills with tools, and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems.

The position involves managing equipment maintenance, inventory, and laboratory operations in a fast-paced startup environment. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required, and compensation is around $100,000 annually.