Lab Equipment Maintenance Specialist

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and preventive maintenance on laboratory research equipment, including cooling systems, growth chambers, autoclaves, and glass washers
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment issues promptly to maximize uptime and reduce maintenance costs
• Coordinate maintenance schedules with end-users to ensure minimal disruption to research activities
• Mentor junior technicians and support team development through knowledge sharing and training
• Conduct user training sessions on equipment operation and preventive maintenance best practices
• Communicate effectively with vendors and manufacturers to obtain technical support, spare parts, and training
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, communications, and equipment status
• Ensure compliance with HSE and institutional safety policies
• Support spare-parts management by identifying needs and optimizing inventory

Requirements

• Associate's degree or Bachelor’s degree in HVACR or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of work experience in maintaining refrigeration equipment
• Experience using maintenance reporting systems and customer focus techniques
• Experience maintaining equipment such as ultra-low temperature freezers, glassware washers, heat exchangers, chillers, heaters, and ovens
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturers such as Buchi, CLF Plant Climatics, Systec, GE, Labconco, Liebherr, Smeg, Panasonic, Peak, Percival, or Thermo-Fisher