Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
This position will work Monday - Friday day shift, there will also be on-call responsibilities.
This is a fully onsite role based at our Greenfield, IN Laboratory. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.
Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.
Discover Impactful Work:
Facilities Specialist III- Coordinates team support and performance of diverse activities related to laboratory and facility services, shipping and receiving supply chain functions, building and equipment maintenance, and project development.
A Day in the Life:
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Responsible for all areas of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and specialty service calls and in-house repairs throughout the facility and grounds,
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Responsible for completing all facility work in a manner which maintains compliance with site Quality Management Systems,
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Respond to emergency, afterhours, and trouble calls and oversee the repair of the systems through completion,
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Manage the execution of all vendor led scheduled and non-scheduled work requests and special projects, and coordinates activities of non-staff vendors, including subcontractors, and landlords,
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Perform the monitoring, daily rounds and inspection, maintenance and repair of facility equipment and architectural feature,
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Understand the sequences required for proper building operations and the functionality of the building(s) automation system,
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Must be proficient in troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical failures,
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Perform facility corrective and preventive maintenance where qualified, and repair where assigned,
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Conduct building tours, restores equipment loss and reports deficiencies for corrective action,
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Coordinates meetings, workshops, training, and seminars, as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information,
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Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with building and safety regulations,
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Attends complex meetings with multiple attendees, and works collaboratively to develop solutions,
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Generates purchase requisitions and maintains records of expenditures.
Keys to Success:
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
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Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years).
In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Proven ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and balance priorities
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Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills
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High level of organization, detail-orientation, initiative, motivation, and reliability
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Exhibits strong analytical and critical thinking and decision-making skills
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Build effective working relationships with peers and customer to influence decision making process towards business objective and stakeholder requirement,
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Comfort with ambiguity and effectiveness during periods of uncertainty and change
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Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and other platforms
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Solid oral and written communication skills
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Basic understanding of building systems (mechanical, electrical, security, etc.)
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Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, mechanical and/or light general construction may be required
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Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization and outside vendors
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Positive attitude and ability to work well with others
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May require knowledge and understanding of computerized maintenance and work order systems
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May require a strong understanding of security systems
Work Environment:
Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
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Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
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Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.
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Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.
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Able to work in non-traditional work environments.
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Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
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May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
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Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
