Facilities Technician I

Syner-G • San Diego, CA

3h • $32 - $41

About The Position

Syner-G is seeking a Facilities Technician with 1–3 years of experience to support the operation, maintenance, and repair of facility systems, utilities, and equipment across laboratory and manufacturing environments. This role is responsible for performing routine inspections, troubleshooting equipment issues, coordinating maintenance activities, and ensuring reliable facility operations. The Facilities Technician will work closely with internal teams and external vendors while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, compliance, and customer service.

Requirements

• High school diploma with technical certifications or vocational training. Equivalent on‑the-job or military technical experience may be considered.
• 1–3 years of experience maintaining or troubleshooting facility or utility systems, preferably in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated environment.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, technical manuals, and P&IDs.
• Familiarity with Building Management Systems and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and manual labor as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in cGMP manufacturing, laboratories, vivarium, or similar controlled environments preferred.
• Licensure in wastewater treatment, refrigeration/air conditioning, electrical, or plumbing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of facility utilities, building systems, and equipment to identify potential issues and support preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Assist in troubleshooting HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems and work with senior staff or vendors to resolve technical issues.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to schedule repairs, equipment servicing, and maintenance activities.
• Support the development and maintenance of facility procedures, work instructions, and maintenance protocols.
• Monitor equipment and utility performance, collect operational data, and recommend improvements when needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment logs, and inventory.
• Provide on-call support on a rotating basis to respond to facility alarms and operational issues.
• Deliver responsive and professional customer service to internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Laboratory teams, Engineering, Quality, Safety, and other support groups to ensure smooth facility operations.
• Perform general facilities support activities including HVAC, utilities, and laboratory equipment assistance as required.
• Work directly with vendors both onsite and remotely to troubleshoot and complete corrective maintenance tasks.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for facility improvements that enhance operational reliability and support client goals.

Benefits

• We define total rewards as compensation, benefits, remote work/flexibility, development, recognition, and our culture with programs that support each of our reward pillars. This includes a market competitive base salary and annual incentive plan, robust benefit offerings, and ongoing recognition and career development opportunities. Employees also enjoy our generous flexible paid time off program, company-paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions and the ability to work “almost anywhere.” However, if a physical work location is more for you, we have office locations in Greater Boston; San Diego, CA; Boulder, CO; and India.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED