Facilities Associate I

Altasciences•Cypress, CA

2d•$20 - $27

About The Position

The Facilities Associate I is responsible for general office and facility maintenance, as well as some transportation needs. The role performs tasks according to Standard Operating Procedures and applicable legally required health and safety standards. Duties may include basic facility and perimeter upkeep, repairs, assisting electro mechanics, moving furniture and supplies, assigning keys, installing frames, maintaining vents, coordinating contractor and service calls, and supporting transportation and event setup. Depending on location, the role may also receive and deliver participant meals from an outside caterer. Some work may take place outside regular business hours, and flexible hours are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1–2 years of related experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic Microsoft Office skills.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry-specific manuals.
Working knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, and drywall skills.
Experienced painter.
Customer-service orientation and good communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple conflicting priorities.
Ability to work as part of a team and maintain organization.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Self-directed and motivated, with willingness to take initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and recommend implementations.

Responsibilities

Perform general facility upkeep and maintenance, including daily trash disposal, restocking supplies, and replacing non-working or damaged items such as lights, bulbs, and ceiling tiles.
Maintain the facility perimeter, including dust and leaf blowing in the parking lot, checking the roof for leaks, cleaning windows, and ensuring the sprinkler system is working.
Paint and repair damaged walls throughout building spaces; some work may be outside regular business hours.
Assist electro mechanics with repairs, testing, and maintenance.
Move furniture and office supplies.
Assign keys to employees.
Refill hand sanitizers.
Install wall frames.
Maintain vents.
Place service calls and escort, facilitate, or assist contractors and service calls.
May replace the Mail Service Technician during vacation.
Provide transportation as needed, including driving a company car to pick up or drop off study volunteers where required, picking up supplies, transporting facilities furniture, running errands, and delivering internal mail.
Assist with setup for company special events, including tents, tables, and chairs.
Depending on location, receive and deliver participant meals daily from an outside caterer.