Lab Equipment Maintenance Specialist

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and preventive maintenance and repairs on lab equipment
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues promptly
• Coordinate maintenance schedules with end-users and vendors
• Build productive relationships with manufacturers to obtain support and training
• Identify spare parts requirements and assist with inventory management
• Provide clear communication and training to lab users on equipment use and maintenance
• Maintain compliance with safety policies and promote safe work practices
• Participate in professional development and team collaboration activities
• Travel up to 10% for training and external support as needed

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in HVACR or a related technical field
• Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience maintaining lab and refrigeration equipment
• Proven experience in maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, focusing on hydraulics
• Familiarity with manufacturers such as Buchi, CLF Plant Climatics, Systec, GE, Labconco, Liebherr, Smeg, Panasonic, Peak, Percival, and Thermo-Fisher
• Ability to conduct regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on diverse laboratory apparatus
• Familiarity with laboratory safety standards and best practices
• Experience maintaining ultra-low temperature freezers, glassware washers, heat exchangers, press machines, chillers, heaters, and ovens
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with engineering and lab personnel
• Relevant technical degree or certification in Mechanics, Hydraulics, or a related field
• Experience with calibration and validation procedures is a plus