Laboratory Instrument Technician - Life Sciences Client Site

CBRE; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Laboratory Services is seeking a Laboratory Instrument Services Technician to calibrate, maintain, and perform minor repairs on scientific instrumentation. The role sits within the Critical and Technical Services function, delivering essential maintenance in client environments.

You will disassemble and inspect equipment, calibrate controls, operate test devices, and document all maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1–2 years related experience
• Must meet physical requirements including lifting 50 lbs+ and ability to stand, walk, climb
• Basic math and Microsoft Office familiarity
• Clear communication and organizational skills to document maintenance activities

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, examine, clean, fix, calibrate, and maintain equipment
• Operate test equipment such as multimeters and galvanometers
• Coordinate removal of equipment needing basic repairs during maintenance
• Record abnormal functions or out-of-tolerance conditions
• Source parts and estimate repair costs
• Document daily inspections and maintenance activities

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic math

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Multimeters

Galvanometers

Test equipment

Job description

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.

Why CBRE?

CBRE is the premier provider of Laboratory Services. We offer excellent compensation and benefits, to include competitive salary, overtime pay, medical and dental benefits, PTO, 401K, and comprehensive training for professional growth.

• Benefits start 1st of the month following your hire date: medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.
• First year of employment - 15 Days of PTO. Year 1 - 4 of employment 20 days of PTO!

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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