Biocontainment Laboratory Maintenance Coordinator

* Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
* Four years related experience in operations, maintenance and repair of laboratory building systems, including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, and laboratory systems.
* Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and associated graphical interfaces, preferably Siemens BAS systems.
* Experience in conducting field tests, verification, and certification of critical biocontainment systems for laboratory facilities to include, but not limited to HEPA filtered systems including HVAC exhaust and supply filters, plumbing vent filters, and other systems equipped with HEPA filters.
* Knowledge of HEPA Filtration systems. Knowledge of DDC, pneumatic, PLC, HVAC controls, calibration and testing and/or balancing (TAB).
* Experience with building automation systems operations and programming.
* Knowledge of audio/visual systems.
* Possesses analytical skills for determining system malfunctions and appropriate response.

- Preferred education and experience:  
* Bachelor’s degree in relevant field OR  
* Equivalent combination of education and related experience in a trade school or apprenticeship in HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical or other related field OR  
* A minimum of six years’ experience in operations, maintenance, and repair of laboratory building systems, including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, or laboratory systems.
* Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
* Ability to operate two-way radios.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to calmly handle stressful situations.
* Ability to follow and give instructions orally and in writing in a highly technical environment.
* Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
* Works indoors as well as outdoor environments that can contain excessive heat, cold, humidity, dampness, dust, fumes, moving machinery, large animals, oils, chemicals, slippery or uneven surfaces, and others.
* Works from ground level, ladders, and platforms on equipment and systems where components can be hard to reach.
* Ability to lift or move heavy weight objects.
* Standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, moving, and stretching for prolonged periods is sometimes required while in the performance of essential job duties.
* Coordinates and oversees processes for tests, verification, and certification of critical biocontainment systems. Assists in the annual recertification of biocontainment systems and laboratory spaces. Implements procedures and requirements to maintain complex equipment and systems associated with ABSL-2, BSL-3, BSL-3-Ag, In sectaries, and support spaces.
* Coordinates and oversees contract workers on field tests, certification and validations of Biological Safety Cabinets (BSC) and laboratory containment HEPA filtered systems including HVAC exhaust and supply filters, and plumbing vent filters. Assists these agencies/organizations with the decontamination of contaminated systems, equipment, and spaces.
* Coordinates, oversees, and may perform building repairs, renovation, modification, and maintenance with SSC, UES, and Vendors. Develops procedures for the safe operation, maintenance, modification, and repair of biocontainment facilities systems and laboratories. Coordinates and manages inventories and supplies as needed for performing routine and assigned functions, maintaining ready and calibrated equipment for SSC, UES, and vendors. Serves as backup for the Biocontainment Laboratory Maintenance Manager.
* Participates in facility specific training.
* Attends meetings as needed to improve skills and knowledge or as required by management.
* Participates in training and continued education activities as provided by GHRC and required by federal guidelines and accreditation standards.
* This position is security sensitive.
* This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.
* All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with…