Equipment Specialist

Cryoport, Inc.•Houston, TX

About The Position

Cryogene is a biostorage facility providing secure storage, receiving, and distribution of biological specimens for research centers. The Equipment Specialist assists with maintenance, installation, and repair of repository equipment and supports the Facilities department with critical infrastructure repairs and responses to facility alarms. The role maintains accurate maintenance and quality documentation in accordance with GDP and GMP requirements and supports compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. The position also assists with monitoring refrigeration and liquid nitrogen systems, participates in audits and inspections, and collaborates with internal teams to support operational excellence and service quality. It may involve periodic evening and weekend work as needed to maintain cryorepository operations and service standards. Assistance with local deliveries and driving a company vehicle may also be required.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience as a Facilities Technician or Specialist, or in a similar role.
Associate’s degree or equivalent education.
Experience in controlled-environment storage and distribution operations.
Health, Safety, and Environmental operations experience.
Proficient computer skills, specifically with Microsoft Office Suite.
Basic knowledge of equipment maintenance in a GMP environment.
Experience working with GDP.
Frequently type, sit, stand, walk, and lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
Occasionally push or roll liquid nitrogen dewars weighing 280 kg and freezers weighing 4–500 kg, with support, and work from a platform ladder.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Health, Safety & Environmental certification, such as OSHA certification.
Project management experience.
Basic knowledge of cryogenic gas storage and distribution systems.

Responsibilities

Complete, organize, and store Facilities department documentation in accordance with GDP.
Assist with maintenance and installation of biorepository equipment.
Provide basic responses to facility infrastructure emergencies.
Assist in monitoring mechanical refrigeration units and liquid nitrogen vessels, and fill them as needed.
Assist with daily local deliveries and drive a company vehicle when required.
Assist with general site maintenance and repairs.
Ensure work complies with health, safety, environmental, statutory, regulatory, and company requirements.
Incorporate changes to safety legislation into the Site Health & Safety Policy framework and implement them.
Carry out duties in compliance with required quality and GMP standards.
Undertake additional duties as requested by the Facilities Manager.
Participate in client audits and facility presentations as required.