Facilities Technician

Facilities Technician

 

SUMMARY:

Responsible for the provision of varied logistical and technical support for the successful operation of the lab; provides professional assistance to management staff in the area of assignment and related matters.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages procurement, receipt, and inventory of laboratory and building supplies.
• Manages the testing of systems (Fume Hoods, Water Purification, etc.) and is responsible for submitting associated reports; maintains completed records.
• Manages and coordinates the scheduling of service and preventative maintenance of equipment and systems within the lab on a regular schedule.
• Monitors controlled systems within the facility; reports issues and coordinates service/maintenance as needed.
• Assists with investigations related to lab environmental monitoring and purified water systems.
• Responsible for overall laboratory conditions, including waste disposal, Environmental Health and Safety, and general facilities.
• Manges Safety and Waste Coordinator responsibilities for the lab; acts as primary contact for waste disposal. Procures supplies and equipment to maintain facility operation.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the lab’s service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in business or science; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Previous lab experience is strongly preferred.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Valid Driver's License.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Required Knowledge:

• Policies, practices, and techniques of procurement.
• Laboratory Environmental Health and Safety policies and practices.
• Laboratory waste disposal policies and practices.
• Techniques for dealing with internal support groups, vendors and service providers.
• Standard vendor, price and purchasing reference sources for materials, equipment and supplies.
• Computer applications and systems related to the work.
• Records management principles and practices.
• Techniques for working collaboratively with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

 

Required Skills:

• Reading and interpreting purchase requests, specification and other written materials.
• Learning, interpreting and applying applicable policies and procedures.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Understanding and following oral and written directions.
• Organizing own work, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines.
• Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
• Providing assistance and advice to staff.
• Using tact, discretion and prudence in working with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work

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