Facilities Maintenance Technician 2 - Taconic Biosciences : Job Details

Are you an HVAC professional who enjoys learning, collaboration, and attention to detail? Do you thrive with problem solving, staying organized, and maintenance of equipment and machinery? Are you looking for a career with a purpose? If so, we want to hear from you!Taconic Biosciences is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician 2 to join our dedicated Facilities team at our Germantown, NY site. The Pay Range: $29 - $32. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions.The Schedule: Monday - Friday, with an on-call 24 -hour rotation, typically 1 time per week, which includes the weekends. What we offer:Insurance within 30 days or less which includes options for medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and more!20 days paid time off plus 6 additional holidays and 1 floating holidayAnnual Bonus Program Work life balance 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer matchTuition reimbursementCareer advancement opportunitiesCommitment to training and providing you with the skills you need for successAll employees receive access to 24/7 telemedicine (including mental health), short- and long-term disability and life insuranceIf you are looking for a rewarding career and the opportunity to grow, apply today!The Role:The Facilities Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing scheduled maintenance of equipment, primarily HVAC. They will visually learn to inspect, test, troubleshoot, clean, repair and install equipment including boilers, autoclaves, air conditioners, compressors, and generators. As needed this position will assist with construction of new facilities and renovations of existing facilities, repairing, and maintaining the physical structure of establishments upon request. Duties of the Facilities Maintenance Technician include the following:Inspecting, testing, operating, and maintaining facilities systems such as HVAC, boilers, specialty water systems, compressed air, emergency generators, building management system and fire life safety.Inspecting, testing, operating, and maintaining production systems including tunnel washer, freezers, conveyors, and autoclaves.Monitoring and controlling facilities systems throughout the site through the building management system.Interfacing with controls for the facilities, building and production equipment.Inspecting, testing, operating, maintaining, installing, and repairing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic equipment.Responding to site alarms while onsite and when On Call. Able to respond to emergencies within 20 minutes.Documenting work performed in the company CMMS.Reviewing performance of facilities and production equipment and recommending repairs, major maintenance and replacement of components and systems.Training facilities maintenance staff.Adherence to and providing recommended updates to site and global facilities standard operating procedures.Coordinate work performed by external Service Providers and ContractorsEducation and Experience:Associate's degree or BOCEs CTE Program degree with a focus in Electrical Construction and Maintenance, Heating / Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Technical Services or equivalent.HVAC experience strongly preferred.Minimum 6 years relevant experience and/or related training.Experience in skilled or technical assignments requiring previous training to perform operations and resolve problems where some guidelines or standards are provided.Valid driver's license.Insurability through Taconic's insurance carrier required.Ability to obtain forklift certification.Ability to obtain EPA certification for refrigerant handling.Ability to communicate with all levels of an organization both inside and outside of the company.608-Universal certification preferred, or willingness and ability to gain.Physical Demands & Work Environment:Considerable and strenuous physical exertion is required such as frequent climbing, crouching, crawling, and/or lifting items up to 100 pounds.Frequent use of chemicals, protective measures, and/or work with heavy machinery is required. Frequent exposure to extremes in temperature, outdoor weather, and/or noise levels occurs within the work environment, and/or access to the work environment may be restricted. Job duties are often performed during non-standard working hours.Allergen Disclosure:Due to the nature of the work performed at Taconic, employees may be exposed to allergens in the workplace, even if their positions do not involve the direct handling of animals or animal bedding. While individuals with preexisting allergies and/or asthma may be particularly sensitive to these exposures, anyone can experience a reaction.About Us:With a history of over 65 years of excellence, Taconic Biosciences is a global team of the best problem solvers in the industry. We partner with our clients to develop winning research strategies that accelerate the discoveries for prevention and treatment of disease. Taconic employees all over the world show up every day to deliver the best solutions for our clients while caring for ourselves, each other, and especially our animals. If you are a respectful, compassionate individual with a can-do attitude and a desire to do the right thing, we want you to join us! Better Together at TaconicInclusion, Diversity, Awareness & Action. Taconic Biosciences is taking an active and intentional role in creating a company culture that encourages and appreciates the uniqueness in all people. Being you is what allows you to bring your best self to work. We are committed to ensuring that Taconic is a safe and fair workplace for everyone because it's our differences that make us stronger. We are better together. Taconic Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status