Facilities Technician (Entry Level)

Eurofins•Fremont, CA

14h•$31 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a unique range of analytical testing services. The Facilities Technician will be responsible for receiving work order requests for facilities maintenance, acting as a point of contact for laboratory/office needs, and supporting overall Facilities & EH&S duties. This role involves inspecting and performing maintenance or repairs on facilities and systems, coordinating with outside vendors, administering safety and security matters, and providing cross-functional support to other departments. The position requires regular attendance, punctuality, and adherence to GMP/GLP and EHS requirements, while demonstrating and promoting the company vision.

Requirements

High School Diploma, or GED.
2+ years of Facilities & Safety related experience.
Valid Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance.
Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
Must be proficient in Microsoft office, including excel, word, and power point.
Good Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

AA degree is useful.
Candidates who reside within a 30-minute commute of the worksite are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Receives work order requests for facilities maintenance from employees.
Is point of contact for laboratory/office needs and problem resolution supporting team members, outside vendors and property management.
Promptly responds to internal inquiries, requirements, and complaints and communicates within a timely manner, customer service and problem resolution are priority.
Supports overall Facilities & EH&S duties including the coordination and execution of safety audits, office moves, equipment calibration & cleaning service, office moves and reconfigurations.
Assist I.T with desktop configuration and support as during moves and as necessary.
Inspects and performs preventative maintenance or as-needed repairs on facilities or systems which may include mechanical or electrical systems, HVAC or other environmental management systems, generators or fire and safety systems.
Makes basic repairs and coordinates the work of outside vendors or suppliers if necessary.
Oversees equipment preventative maintenance list ensuring new tasks are added and regular maintenance is completed in a timely manner.
Ensures that on demand is proactively identified and scheduled for completion within an acceptable time frame.
Administers Safety and security related matters including safety committee meetings, evacuation drills understanding and using security software.
Respond’s to and resolve’s system operational problems, investigating incidents, and or helping to enforce safety/security policy/procedures.
Is a facilitator and critical participant of emergency response team.
Provides cross functional support to office manager/administrative assistant.
Ensures the safety and security of all team members by providing on-going support for emergency response policies and procedures as they relate to activities including (ERT), trainings, evacuation drills etc.
Administers off-site warehouse management, storage inventories and retrieval systems for furniture, records, and other related items.
Assist team members with ergonomic needs, advises and procures equipment to support results of assessments.
Maintains departments spreadsheets, forms and documents in an organized and secure manner for ease of use, accurate posting, information sharing and statistical reporting.
Engages in work as dispatched by Facilities Supervisor.
Reports all discrepancies to Facilities Supervisor.
Secures appropriate level approvals when necessary.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationship with co- workers, Supervisor, and all levels of other company employees.
Demonstrates and promotes the company vision.
Regular attendance and punctuality.
Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate.
Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Owns the accountability and responsibility of delivering to client needs and timeliness.
Provides cross-functional support to other departments as required.
Adjusts work hours as needed to meet client deadlines.
Adheres to site environmental health and safety (EHS) requirements.