Facilities Technician

Pace® Analytical Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life and disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services is seeking a Facilities Technician to provide logistical and technical support for the operation of the lab. You will assist management with assignment-related duties and help maintain equipment and facilities.

The role involves procurement, inventory control, coordinating maintenance, monitoring environmental and safety systems, and supporting lab operations to ensure reliable service to customers. Shift is Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, and compensation is $19.70 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or science or equivalent.
• Previous lab or facilities experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Procure, receive, and inventory lab and building supplies.
• Test systems (fume hoods, water purification) and file reports.
• Schedule maintenance of equipment and lab systems regularly.
• Monitor facility systems and coordinate service as needed.
• Assist with investigations related to lab environmental monitoring.
• Oversee waste disposal, EH&S and general facilities.
• Act as Safety/Waste Coordinator and primary waste contact.
• Support lab service by contributing to team objectives.

Skills

Procurement policies

Vendor management

Records management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or science

Tools

Computer applications

Purchasing systems

Job description

Shift:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

Facilities Technician

Compensation: $19.70 per hour

SUMMARY:

Responsible for the provision of varied logistical and technical support for the successful operation of thelab; provides professional assistance to management staff in the area of assignment and related matters.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages procurement, receipt, and inventory of laboratoryand building supplies.
• Managesthe testing ofsystems (Fume Hoods, Water Purification, etc.) and is responsible for submitting associated reports;maintains completed records.
• Managesand coordinatesthescheduling of serviceand preventative maintenance of equipmentandsystemswithin thelabon a regular schedule.
• Monitors controlledsystemswithin the facility; reports issues and coordinates service/maintenanceas needed.
• Assists with investigations related tolabenvironmental monitoring and purified water systems.
• Responsible for overall laboratory conditions, including waste disposal,Environmental Health and Safety, and general facilities.
• MangesSafety and Waste Coordinator responsibilities for thelab; acts as primary contact for waste disposal. Procures supplies andequipment to maintain facility operation.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of thelab'sservice to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in business or science; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Previous lab experience is strongly preferred.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Valid Driver’s License.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Required Knowledge:

• Policies, practices, and techniques of procurement.
• Laboratory Environmental Health and Safety policies and practices.
• Laboratory waste disposal policies and practices.
• Techniques for dealing with internal support groups, vendors and service providers.
• Standard vendor, price and purchasing reference sources for materials, equipment and supplies.
• Computer applications and systems related to the work.
• Records management principles and practices.
• Techniques for working collaboratively with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Required Skills:

• Reading and interpreting purchase requests, specification and other written materials.
• Learning, interpreting and applying applicable policies and procedures.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Understanding and following oral and written directions.
• Organizing own work, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines.
• Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
• Providing assistance and advice to staff.
• Using tact, discretion and prudence in working with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work

Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.

Benefits

When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.