Facilities Lab Associate Technician I

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It is an extraordinary time for Standard BioTools. Our technology is empowering customers to improve life through comprehensive health insight. We invite you to join a leading provider of indispensable life sciences tools that is accelerating global research on multiple frontiers of human health.

At Standard BioTools, we are building a positive culture where our people can do the best work of their careers, informed and influenced by our core behaviors:

• Keep customers front and center in all of our work
• Be accountable and deliver on commitments
• Drive continuous improvement
• Be collaborative and work as one team: fostering communications in a
  
  
  

learning, coaching, and helpful environment

The Facilities Laboratory Associate Technician provides essential support for laboratory and facility operations, focusing on maintaining equipment, facilities, supply, and safety standards. This role collaborates across departments, including laboratory personnel and shipping/receiving, to ensure smooth and efficient laboratory and facility operations. This role is ideal for individuals eager to contribute to the efficient operation of laboratory facilities while ensuring safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform, coordinate, schedule, and track regular maintenance, calibration, and repair of general-use equipment (e.g., balances, pH meters, pipettes, DI water systems, refrigerators, freezers); manage communication and coordination with internal stakeholders and service vendors.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and calibration records in spreadsheets and laboratory inventory management software.
• Respond to, coordinate, and execute facility related requests submitted through an online ticketing system.
• Participate in the on-call rotation of temperature monitoring for all laboratory refrigerators, freezers, incubators, and lab areas using environmental software. This will require response to alarms during business hours and occasionally after-hours response.
• Identify and create purchase orders for the supply of common laboratory equipment parts and general laboratory needs.
• Support the delivery of inert gas (nitrogen and argon) supply.
• Support the disposal coordination of radioactive, hazardous and biohazard waste, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Serve as a point of contact for general office support needs.
• Assist with the setup, coordination, and cleanup of on-site events.
• Assist with the setup and teardown of laboratory workstations or other minor facility repairs/upgrades.
• Adhere to and promote all Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A minimum of 1 year of laboratory or facilities support experience is preferred.
  
  
  

Skills and Experience:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional coordination.
• Demonstrates a proactive mindset, strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols and standard procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications and data entry.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety practices and waste management procedures.
• Experience with equipment calibrations, maintenance, and repairs preferred.
  
  
  

Work Environment:

• Work is conducted primarily in a laboratory setting, requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Exposure to potential hazards, including chemicals, biohazards, and mechanical equipment.
• Moderate physical activity, including handling objects up to 40 pounds and standing/walking for extended periods.
• Regular stooping, crouching, twisting, kneeling, and squatting may be required.
• Some duties may involve work in outdoor environments.
  
  
  

Salary Expectation: $21.00 - $24.00/hr

Range for Role:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.