Facilities Technician – Vivarium & Systems Maintenance

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Daily pay

Job summary

JLL's Facilities team in Shrewsbury, MA is seeking a proactive Facilities Technician to support vivarium operations and building systems, ensuring compliance and reliability.

You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on HVAC, pumps, lighting, water systems, alarms, and welding tasks, coordinating with research teams and vendors. The role requires 3+ years in facility maintenance, strong MEP knowledge, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs; onsite shift, no visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an applicable technical training program is desirable.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in general building repair and maintenance, basic plumbing, and electrical.
• Experience with MIG/TIG/arc welding with the ability to safely and effectively operate welding machines and related tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance for vivarium equipment, including HVAC components and mechanical systems.
• Respond to maintenance requests and execute work orders to minimize disruption to research operations.
• Carry out routine building inspections and safety checks, and ensure environmental and compliance standards are met.
• Carry out carpentry, drywall repair, tiling, cabinetry work, and light remodeling as needed.
• Operate welding equipment and conduct repairs to maintain equipment integrity.

Skills

MEP systems

Welding equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Lifting 50 lbs

Communication

Carpentry

CMMS experience

Environmental compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training program

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Arc welding

Job description

JLL's Facilities team in Shrewsbury, MA is seeking a proactive Facilities Technician to support vivarium operations and building systems, ensuring compliance and reliability.

You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on HVAC, pumps, lighting, water systems, alarms, and welding tasks, coordinating with research teams and vendors. The role requires 3+ years in facility maintenance, strong MEP knowledge, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs; onsite shift, no visa sponsorship.