Lab Equipment Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

Are you ready to take your technical skills to the next level and make a real impact in a dynamic laboratory environment?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Health & Biosciences: We channel our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life‑enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets.

The role is based in Palo Alto, CA (onsite). Be part of a motivated, customer‑focused, solution‑oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Perform proactive and detailed maintenance tasks in plumbing, electrical systems and general building upkeep.
• Operate measurement equipment including multimeters, gas meters, temperature meters and airflow meters.
• Apply understanding of AC/DC voltages, liquid pressure, pneumatic/hydraulic systems, vacuum pumps and water‑pumping equipment.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for specialized repairs.
• Operate, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate and inspect a variety of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain laboratory utilities such as compressed air, RO/DI water, natural gas, oxygen, nitrogen and gas detection systems.
• Install 1/8”–1/2” soft and rigid tubing for air, gas and water applications.
• Prepare, install, relocate and perform seismic bracing on laboratory/process equipment.
• Safely operate powered industrial trucks, pallet jacks, hydraulic dollies and specialty moving tools.
  
  

Working Hours & Flexibility

• Normal Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Shift Work: Ability to work alternative shifts (10:30 AM – 6:30 PM) for approximately 30 days, 2–3 times per year.
• Flexibility:
• Able to work overtime as needed.
• Able to be on call for after-hours support.
  

What Makes You The Right Fit

• Positive demeanor with strong work ethic and desire to support a growing organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, Teams).
• Detail‑ and cleanliness‑oriented with ability to follow timelines.
• Ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Ability to communicate with customers to schedule repairs and complete work orders.
• Comfortable working at heights (ladders up to 15’) and performing physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to work in varied environmental conditions including outdoors, cold rooms, heat and humidity‑controlled areas.
• Willingness to obtain respirator certification.
• High school diploma plus technical training (AA/AS or trade school) and experience in facilities maintenance in a laboratory environment.
  
  

How Would You Stand Out?

• Familiarity with AC/DC electrical principles, basic plumbing, refrigeration systems and controls.
• OSHA safety training and forklift/powered industrial truck certification.
• Knowledge of gas detection systems and related safety protocols.
  
  

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and technical training.
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Commitment to safety and innovation.
• Be part of a global organization driving sustainable solutions.
  
  

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more

Salary Ranges:

$64176- $80220