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Lead Building Maintenance Technician

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Lead Building Maintenance Technician

South San Francisco, CA

Work Schedule
First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions
Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Working at heights

Job Description

  • Ensure all preventive maintenance and or customer requests are completed on schedule, either in-house or by a vendor.
  • Responsible for performing emergency repairs promptly and efficiently when required.
  • Participate in after hours on-call program to respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.)
  • Responsible for daily Maintenance, documenting activities and working within a Work Order system.
  • Will participate in scheduling, coordinating of outside contractors for services and projects.
  • Will support and be involved with the ordering process, parts and supplies for inventory and or repair

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High school diploma or documented practical "hands on" experience.

Current CFC certification is helpful.

    • Must have at least five (3-5) years related experience in a large plant/building/facility environment.
    • Experience in facilities/building management in a commercial or industrial building/facilities operation in science/biotech or related fields is helpful.
    • Experience working with equipment monitoring systems such as BAS, BMS or similar type systems.
    • Additional consideration given for hands-on experience with Refrigeration equipment (-20 & -80), maintaining, monitoring, fixing, and repairing!
    • Working knowledge of Safety standards/requirements within a large environment.

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

    • Solid understanding of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and Refrigeration equipment/systems.
    • Must have troubleshooting skills to test facility/building equipment.
    • Working Knowledge of electro-mechanical, pneumatic and water systems an added plus.
    • Must have the ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings, along with the ability to read and comprehend technical manuals and instructions.
    • Must be a hands-on team player committed to working in a quality driven environment
    • A willingness to continue education in other trade disciplines. We will support your on-going education.
    • Knowledge and experience in space planning an added benefit.
    • Ability to support Conference room set-ups, event set-ups.
    • Must enforce to good documentation practices.
    • Flexible working schedule will be considered.

    Must have a valid driver's license

    Compensation and Benefits
    The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $31.00-$46.00.

    This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

    • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
    • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
    • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
    • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
    • Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

    For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

    Client-provided location(s): South San Francisco, CA, USA
    Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01294842
    Employment Type: Full Time

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Health Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • FSA
      • HSA
      • HSA With Employer Contribution
      • Mental Health Benefits
      • Fitness Subsidies
    • Parental Benefits

      • Adoption Leave
      • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
      • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
      • Fertility Benefits
      • Adoption Assistance Program
      • Family Support Resources
    • Work Flexibility

      • Flexible Work Hours
      • Hybrid Work Opportunities
      • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Office Life and Perks

      • Commuter Benefits Program
      • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Volunteer Time Off
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching
      • Stock Purchase Program
      • Financial Counseling
      • Performance Bonus
    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Access to Online Courses
      • Internship Program
      • Mentor Program
    • Diversity and Inclusion

      • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
      • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program