Facilities Technician

ManpowerGroup; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Flexible shift options

On-call rotation

Contract-to-hire opportunities

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Facilities Technician in Shrewsbury, MA to join the life sciences vivarium and site maintenance teams. You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems, and support vivarium operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of maintenance experience, strong MEP knowledge, and the ability to weld (MIG/TIG/arc). You will handle general facility upkeep, respond to work orders, and may participate in on-call

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance or facilities support roles.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Proficiency in MIG/TIG/arc welding with safe operation of welding equipment.
• Experience with chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and other mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on vivarium equipment, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Conduct regular site walkthroughs to ensure cleanliness, safety, and compliance with environmental standards.
• Execute welding tasks (MIG/TIG/arc) for repairs, fabrication, and structural support.

Skills

5+ years experience

MEP systems

MIG/TIG/arc welding

HVAC, plumbing, electrical

Physical tasks (up to 50 lbs)

Tools

Welding equipment operation

Job description

Our client, a leader in the life sciences and research support industry, is seeking a Facilities Technician to join their team. As a Facilities Technician, you will be part of the Facilities Maintenance Department supporting vivarium operations and site maintenance teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical skills, proactive problem-solving, and excellent interpersonal abilities, which will align successfully within the organization.

Job Title: Facilities Technician

Location: Shrewsbury, MA

What's the Job?

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on vivarium equipment, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Conduct regular site walkthroughs to ensure cleanliness, safety, and compliance with environmental standards
• Execute welding tasks (MIG/TIG/arc) for repairs, fabrication, and structural support, ensuring safe operation of welding equipment
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and work orders to minimize operational disruptions
• Carry out general facility upkeep including carpentry, drywall repair, tiling, and light remodeling projects

What's Needed?

• At least 5+ years of experience in maintenance or facilities support roles
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems
• Proficiency in MIG/TIG/arc welding with the ability to operate related tools safely and effectively
• Experience working with chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and other mechanical systems
• Comfort working at heights, on ladders, and performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, research-focused environment supporting vital scientific operations
• Engagement in a collaborative team that values technical expertise and proactive problem-solving
• On-site parking and flexible shift options to support work-life balance
• Participation in an on-call rotation for urgent facility issues, providing valuable experience
• Potential for contract-to-hire opportunities with a reputable organization

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.