Lab Instrumentation Technician

CBRE; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Laboratory Instrument Services Technician role in Cambridge, MA offers the chance to calibrate, maintain, and perform minor repairs on scientific instrumentation within critical client environments.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, 1–2 years related experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Equal opportunity employer and strong safety mindset emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1–2 years related experience or combined education.
• Must meet physical requirements (lift 50 lbs, stand/walk, stairs) and follow routines.
• Ability to communicate clearly and use basic math for tasks.

Responsibilities

• Take apart, examine, clean, fix, calibrate, and care for equipment and controls.
• Operate test equipment such as multimeters and galvanometers.
• Coordinate removal of equipment for basic repairs during maintenance windows.
• Record abnormal functions and report out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Source parts and estimate costs; document inspections and maintenance.
• Coordinate with external contractors on repairs under maintenance agreements.
• Develop calibration and maintenance procedures and follow defined processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Basic math

Follow basic work routines

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma / GED or trade school

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

CBREFull Spectrum Lab Services provides end to end scientific support for clientsacross life sciences, manufacturing, and other industries. We partner withpharmaceutical and biotech companies, healthcare, food and beverage producers,automotive and tooling innovators, and both contract research organizations(CROs) and contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) to keep their operationsrunning at peak performance.

About The Role

As a CBRE Laboratory Instrument Services Technician, you will calibrate, maintain, and complete the minor repairs of scientific instrumentation.

This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments.

What You’ll Do

• Take apart, examine, clean, fix, calibrate, check, and take care of equipment, systems, and controls.
• Operate test equipment. This includes multimeters and galvanometers.
• Coordinate the removal of equipment needing basic repairs during scheduled maintenance periods.
• Record and report abnormal functions or out-of-tolerance conditions of equipment.
• Responsible for locating part sources and estimating costs.
• Document daily records of inspections, maintenance activity, repairs, and other work performed.
• Coordinate with external contractors on repairs covered by maintenance agreements.
• Assist with the development of equipment, maintenance, and calibration procedures.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
• Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.
• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1-2 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Must have appropriate license or certification where required by law.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Basic math skills. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.

Applicant AI UseDisclosure

We value humaninteraction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, andaspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiringdecisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the applicationand interview process.

Disclaimers:Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States withoutthe need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE?

When you joinCBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate servicesand investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problemsolvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Ourcollaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity,service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives …

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the LIS Technician is $70,000 annually and the maximum salary for the LIS Technician position is $90,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).