Facilities Maintenance Technician I

Inotiv; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

401K plan

Job summary

Inotiv in Indianapolis is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform preventive and on-demand maintenance of building systems, including electrical, HVAC, boilers, plumbing, and life safety. You will report to the Maintenance Supervisor and support after-hours on-call rotation.

You will monitor critical systems, troubleshoot issues, inspect the facility and grounds, and maintain records and logs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and experience in facility operations/maintenance; advanced electrical/HVAC/steam boiler training or certifications are a plus.
• Working knowledge of hand/power tools, pumps, fans, blowers, and control valves.
• Basic understanding of HVAC, steam boilers, and facility environmental controls.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on building systems including electrical, lighting, HVAC, boilers, plumbing, backup power, and life safety.
• Monitor and troubleshoot critical systems, perform repairs, or refer problems to the Maintenance Manager.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and complete monthly preventive maintenance tasks and reactive work orders.
• Maintain paperwork and records, daily logs and timesheets.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Self‑directed

Reading English

Education

High school diploma

Electrical/HVAC certifications optional

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing all preventative, on‑demand and improvement maintenance activities, including the upkeep, ongoing maintenance and improvement of safety and security equipment. This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor or designee.

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs to building systems – systems include but are not limited to single- and three‑phase electrical, lighting, HVAC, boilers, plumbing, backup power, and life safety.
• Perform monitoring and troubleshooting of critical systems, make repairs, or refer problems to the Maintenance Manager.
• Review all work and assure performance in accordance with established safety procedures, SOPs, and compliance with the Quality Management System.
• Conduct frequent inspections of the facility, grounds, and equipment.
• Perform monthly preventative maintenance tasks and reactive work orders as assigned.
• Report equipment, facility, and safety issues to the Maintenance Manager.
• Maintain all appropriate paperwork and record keeping, including daily logs, timesheets, routine and non‑routine maintenance records.
• Assist with miscellaneous building projects, including painting, drywall, carpentry, fixture installation, and equipment relocation.
• Emergency response – after‑hours calls on a rotating schedule.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts or supplies based on actual and/or projected usage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and current experience in facility operations and maintenance; advanced training or certifications in electrical, HVAC, or steam boilers is a plus.
• Working knowledge of various hand and power tools, pumps, fans, blowers, and control valves.
• Basic understanding of HVAC, steam boilers, and facility environmental control systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain tools and supplies in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and direction.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Additional Requirements

• Active driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel between facilities.
• Availability for overtime and weekend work as required (on‑call).
• Work may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work may require lifting, standing, and working around laboratory animals.
• Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Good documentation practices.

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Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short‑and long‑term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.