Laboratory Equipment Maintenance Technician (2nd Shift: 3:00PM-11:30PM)

Role Summary

Laboratory Equipment Maintenance Technician to join the Equipment Services team supporting scientific operations across R&D laboratory and vivarium environments. Install, maintain, calibrate, and repair laboratory and vivarium equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations that support research innovation and high-quality animal care. This 2nd shift offers a 10% pay differential, full benefits and on-the-job training & career development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on key laboratory and vivarium equipment, including:
  • CO₂ incubators and biosafety cabinets
  • Cryogenic liquid nitrogen freezers
  • Autoclaves & sterilizers
  • Vivarium industrial tunnel and cage washers
  • Clean steam generation systems
  • RO/DI laboratory water purification system
• Troubleshooting electromechanical, control-system, and monitoring device issues to minimize equipment downtime
• Responding to equipment and site emergencies, including 24/7 support
• Responding to environmental and equipment alarms from Rees, Dickson, Watchdog EX, and related monitoring systems
• Maintaining accurate electronic work order documentation, calibration records, and asset compliance data
• Supporting audit and inspection readiness for AAALAC, IACUC, and internal compliance activities
• Partnering closely with researchers, veterinarians, and animal care specialists to ensure equipment performance meets scientific study requirements

Skills

• Possess strong mechanical, electrical, and controls troubleshooting abilities
• Communicate clearly and professionally with cross-functional partners
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail in regulated documentation
• Stay calm and organized when prioritizing urgent research-impacting needs
• Enjoy working in specialized laboratory areas with strict safety and cleanliness standards

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent and 4+ years relevant technical experience in laboratory, or industrial equipment maintenance
• Preferred: Trade school in a related field (Engineering Technology, Biomedical Technology, etc.) is a plus
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Motors, pumps, valves, and sensors
  • VFDs and PLC-controlled systems
  • 24 VDC, 3-Phase 208V, and 480V
  • Technical schematics and electrical diagrams
• Ability to lift and/or move equipment up to 100 lbs.
• Willingness to work in vivarium research facilities as required
• Valid driver’s license recognized by the State of New York

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Trade school in a related field (Engineering Technology, Biomedical Technology, etc.) is a plus (preferred)