Facilities Specialist

Job Description

Tue - Sat (9am - 6pm)

• Understand facility processes and use that knowledge to diagnose maintenance problems.
• Troubleshoot a variety of laboratory equipment such as chillers, shakers, water‑baths, pumps, valves or any other automated or manual equipment.
• Maintain maintenance and repair electronic and mechanical components of Lab/HVAC equipment.
• Previous experience working with general laboratory equipment.
• Perform emergency machine repairs as needed, campus wide.
• Rebuild machinery as needed campus wide.
• Aid in development and installation of new or rebuilt equipment.
• Act as a secondary contact for vendors for any related facilities needs.
• Diagnose electrical, pneumatic, plumbing and mechanical problems and take corrective action.
• Read electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, and understand symbols.
• Schedule of work orders utilizing "maintenance connection" and other Eurofins platforms.
• Adhere to pertinent health, safety, and environmental regulations relative to department; maintain and assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Comply with established quality system standards.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards, including ISO, OSHA, FDA, EPA, DEA and other federal, state, and local codes.
• Follow Company policies and procedures.
• Promote a safe, secure and positive work environment for all employees.
• Comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma with 3+ years working in a facility/maintenance role.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Responsive, independent problem solver and action-oriented.
• Perform under pressure of a fast paced lab production environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and maintenance management software.
• Work well with a team with little supervision.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety procedures.
• Experience with HVAC systems, electrical systems, and general building maintenance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with energy management and sustainability practices.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50+ pounds and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.

Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Des Moines, IA are encouraged to apply.

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is required to stand, walk, and use hands to find, handle, and feel objects, tools or controls, and some repetitive motion. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 50+ pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.