Facilities Technician I - LGC Biosearch Technologies

LGC Biosearch Technologies locations Petaluma and Novato, CA, as well as our sister site in Denmark, represent a focused, collaborative culture of producing mission-critical genomics components, primarily oligonucleotides and supporting reagents, for our diverse customer base. We believe in Science for a Safer World and have embodied our mission by supporting first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic where our Biosearch Technologies portfolio has been and continues to be enabling millions of PCR tests worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organization.  

• Respond to Facility tickets in a prompt manner to resolve issues with repairs and maintenance of facility.
• Ensure that Facility tickets are closed out to the satisfaction of the requestor
• Coordinate and supervise various facilities related projects as needed
• Coordinate the activities of contractors as directed by Facilities Lead
• Monitor performance of service contractors to agreed service levels
• Provide logistics and technical support to facilities, instrumentation, and laboratory staff when appropriate
• Communicate with stakeholders on project progress and delivery
• Coordination of cleaning contractors and onsite security contractors
• Special projects as assigned.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours if needed
• Ensure that facilities meet EH&S requirements and comply with legal requirements.
• Lives locally to respond to facility alarms or emergencies.
• Has excellent communication skills.
• Is self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as with others.
• Has a positive can-do attitude.

• 1-3 years’ experience in facilities maintenance and/or a specific trade, ideally in a lab setting.
• High School degree required. 
• Experience using Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, and Excel. Use of a web browser
• Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables
• Must possess problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Independent thinker w/ ability to troubleshoot day-to-day events and plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload
• Multi-tasker.
• Flexible and proactive.
• Detail oriented.

What we offer (US based-employees):

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
• Flexible work options
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
• PTO that begins immediately
• Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!

The typical pay range for this role is:

Minimum: $ 19.85/Hourly

Maximum: $ $34.56/Hourly

This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for the California -based position.  The actual base salary will depend on several factors such as: experience, skills, and location.

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.