Equipment Specialist II

Pace® Analytical Services • Oakdale, MN

9d • $60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives. The Equipment Specialist II at Pace Analytical Services, Inc. is responsible for the maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of a wide range of laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with quality standards. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the operational readiness of our analytical instrumentation.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in electronics, instrumentation, a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in the maintenance, calibration, and repair of analytical laboratory instrumentation, preferably within an environmental, pharmaceutical, or contract laboratory setting.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex electro-mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic systems.
• Strong understanding of calibration principles and metrology.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as ISO 17025, GLP, or NELAC.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to fault diagnosis.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail in documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical ability to lift and move equipment (up to 50 lbs), stand for extended periods, and perform tasks requiring fine motor skills.
• Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor's degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment, including but not limited to chromatographs (GC, HPLC, IC), spectrometers (AA, ICP-OES, ICP-MS), mass spectrometers, microscopes, and general lab support equipment.
• Execute scheduled and unscheduled calibrations of instrumentation in accordance with manufacturer specifications, internal SOPs, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 17025, NELAC).
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex technical issues with laboratory equipment, identifying root causes and implementing effective repair solutions.
• Conduct repairs and replacements of faulty components, sub-assemblies, and systems, utilizing appropriate tools and techniques.
• Document all maintenance, calibration, and repair activities accurately and comprehensively in the designated maintenance management system or logbooks.
• Assist with the installation, qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), and decommissioning of new and existing laboratory equipment.
• Collaborate with laboratory personnel to understand equipment performance needs and provide technical support and training on equipment operation.
• Maintain an organized inventory of spare parts and consumables, ensuring critical components are readily available.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, quality assurance procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and maintenance processes.

Benefits

• When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life.
• Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees