Full Spectrum Lab Services from CBRE offers a professional suite of services to a variety of clients in the life sciences industry, including those in pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical devices, and genomics, as well as contract research organizations (CROs) and contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs).
Our comprehensive range of services includes laboratory consulting, real estate services, instrumentation repair and maintenance, full asset management, and more-covering the entire spectrum of life sciences facilities. With expertise across various life sciences categories, CBRE is a leader in managing highly-regulated spaces within the industry.
About the role!
As a CBRE Laboratory Instrument Services Sr. Technician, you will calibrate, maintain, and complete the major repairs of scientific instrumentation.
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This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments.
This role will travel 75% visiting/ servicing clients.
What you'll do
- Take apart, examine, clean, fix, calibrate, check, and take care of special equipment, systems, and controls.
- Service, Calibrate and/ or validate laboratory equipment such as: GC. HPLC, chromatography, analytical and gas chromatography.
- Coordinate the removal of equipment requiring extensive repairs during scheduled maintenance periods.
- Troubleshoot, service or resolve problems while performing unscheduled work.
- Record and report abnormal functions or out-of-tolerance conditions of equipment. If needed, start corrective action and documentation.
- Review and document daily records of inspections, maintenance activity, repairs, and other work performed.
- Coordinate with external contractors on repairs covered by maintenance agreements. Communicate with customer staff and outside contractors about the calibration, repair, and operation of equipment.
- Locate part sources, estimate costs, and prepare requisitions.
- Track instrument and part reliability; make alternate service, supplier, and parts recommendations.
- Oversee the development of equipment, maintenance, and calibration procedures.
- Have some knowledge of standard principles with limited practical experience in applying them.
- Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.
- Impact the quality of own work.
- Work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
- Exchange straightforward information, ask questions, and check for understanding.
- Travel throughout California for projects or meetings with contractors and clients.
What you'll need
- High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 2-3 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Must have appropriate license or certification where required by law. Bachelor's degree highly desirable and 5+ yrs of experience in laboratory and, validation.
- Service knowledge of GC, HPLC, Purge & Trap, TOC, GC/MS & LC/MS required
- Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
- Ability to use existing procedures to solve standard problems.
- Experience with analyzing information and standard practices to make judgments.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.
- Intermediate math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Why CBRE?
- We offer comprehensive benefits such as health, vision and life insurance, 401k, and personal time off, among others.
- Benefits: Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.
Disclaimers: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The range for this position is $90,000 to $150,000. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualification, and experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccomodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.