Lead Facility Technician

ATCC Biotechnology; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Paid parental leave

401(a) and 403(b) retirement plans

Job summary

ATCC Biotechnology is hiring a Lead Facility Technician to work onsite in Gaithersburg, MD. The candidate will oversee facility maintenance, support laboratory operations, and manage repairs for HVAC and mechanical systems.

This role requires a strong background in facility or industrial maintenance, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to safety standards. The position offers a salary range of $85,000 to $90,000 annually, along with various benefits including comprehensive medical coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 5+ years of experience or equivalent.
• Ability to lead facility maintenance activities and coordinate repairs.
• Strong commitment to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead oversight and execution of preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Receive and fulfill work orders, applying advanced judgment.
• Lead troubleshooting of complex issues and conduct inspections.

Skills

Facility maintenance

HVAC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Ready to shape the future of science and global health? A global nonprofit that provides trusted biological materials for science and health, ATCC is hiring a Lead Facility Technician to work onsite primarily in Gaithersburg, MD with additional support for our facility in Germantown, MD. The Lead Facility Technician supports maintenance and repair of facilities, systems, and equipment, supporting daily operations across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical components to ensure optimal efficiency and timely completion of work.

We are seeking a Lead Facility Technician, ideally with facilities or industrial maintenance background to gain experience supporting laboratory and biorepository operations. This role includes executing preventative updates, performing as‑needed repairs, and coordinating with external vendors in a biorepository and biotechnology environment. Prior experience with instrumentation or lab equipment preferred. Great opportunity to transfer facilities work into a career in biotech supporting lab and biorepository operations.

Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials.

Responsibilities

• Facility Maintenance and System Oversight: Lead the oversight, monitoring, and execution of preventative maintenance and repairs on facilities systems, including advanced maintenance and repair of electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and refrigeration systems supporting temperature‑controlled environments (e.g., biorepository storage units, cold rooms, and environmental management systems). Collaborate with external vendors for preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Work Order and Repair Coordination: Receive and fulfill work orders and service calls, applying advanced judgment to triage and prioritize critical repairs while coordinating with internal teams and external technicians.
• Troubleshooting and Inspections: Lead troubleshooting of complex issues, perform advanced repairs, and conduct regular and special inspections to identify and address required maintenance.
• Equipment Installation and Relocation: Oversee installation and relocation of office, lab, and repository equipment; dismantle, adjust, repair, and assemble equipment using drawings, blueprints, and manuals.
• Continuous Improvement and Safety Compliance: Support facilities projects, collaborate with management on schedules and layouts, update SOPs, promote safety standards, and maintain accurate documentation across facility and records systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 5+ years’ experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to lead facility maintenance activities, coordinate repairs, and apply judgment in a hands‑on operational environment.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate work with internal teams and external technicians.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices and facility management systems, including documentation and recordkeeping.
• Experienced facilities lead with strong communications skills and able to work independently.
• Strong commitment to safety standards and maintaining a clean, compliant work environment.
• Preferred: Strong HVAC and refrigeration knowledge supporting regulated or temperature‑controlled environments.

Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 to $90,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional incentive compensation including regular merit increases and the corporate bonus program.

We Invest in You

• Health & Wellness:
  • Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, AD&D, and paid parental leave
  • Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
  • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as legal services, pet insurance and additional supplemental coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program offering around‑the‑clock counseling
• Financial security:
  • 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
  • Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
  • Corporate bonus program
• Mission Focused:
  • Non‑profit organization supporting critical life science research
  • We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
  • Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility

Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well‑being, and development. We're a mission‑focused non‑profit Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating a century of supporting global public health. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Shape the future of science with us.