Facilities and Equipment Manager at Precision Medicine Group

Facilities and Equipment Manager
at Precision Medicine Group (View all jobs)
Frederick, MD, USA

***This role requires to be onsite in the Norton, MA office.***

The Facilities and Equipment Manager is responsible for all aspects of maintenance and repair of mechanical refrigeration equipment and monitoring systems as well as maintenance of all facility support systems (electrical, generators, HVAC, etc.). Responsible for ensuring compliance with company equipment/system validation and maintenance program(s). As required will complete, coordinate and/or oversee simple to complex repairs for all repository mechanical refrigeration equipment and facility electrical and mechanical systems. This role will also assist with EHS (Environmental, Health and Safety) for the Norton, MA Facility and be an active member of the safety committee.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

Equipment Requirements:

• Perform or coordinate maintenance for operations equipment
• Schedule maintenance and track repairs
• Perform, coordinate and/or supervise the maintenance and validation activities of all mechanical freezers. Consists of a multi-point evaluation of critical systems, including but not limited to oil level, compressor operation, electrical demand, temperature reading device calibration, etc.
• Participate in the validation of all new refrigeration equipment and shipping containers
• Review freezer failures and analyze potential causes, as capable
• Evaluate complexity of repair needs
• Repair all problems as capable
  Facility Requirements:
  
  • Install and/or coordinate low voltage wiring for Central Monitoring System (CMS)
  • Perform regularly scheduled (weekly, monthly, quarterly) maintenance and repairs on the Central Monitoring Systems
  • Perform, schedule and/or oversee regular inspection and maintenance HVAC, electrical, and backup power generation systems
  • Evaluate and/or coordinate repair of general facility issues including, but not limited to roof leaks, plumbing systems, drywall repair, etc.
  • Respond to Building Security Alarms in an appropriate manner
  • Create and participate in Facilities Group On-Call rotation, including responding to time sensitive emergencies
    Maintenance and Purchase of Equipment
    
    • Oversee a maintenance plan and program for all company equipment, to include but not limited to Repository Freezers and equipment as appropriate
    • Lab Equipment support for all Departments
    • Act as point person for alarms and troubleshooting for the CMS
    • Assist in procurement of new equipment needed to support work and new opportunities, including, but not limited to, lab equipment, supplies and PPE.
      Supervision:
      
      • Supervise and manage staff in keeping with expressed objectives and corporate culture, and in doing so, provide a workplace where ideas are sought and considered, initiative is encouraged, success is rewarded, and employees are treated fairly, with respect and recognition
        Miscellaneous:
        
        • Respond to both facility and equipment problems in an appropriate manner during and after regular business hours
        • Remain current on emerging facility technology and monitoring systems
        • Participate in specimen relocations as required
        • Aid Senior Management in the planning, design and build out of current and future facilities.
        • Coordinate with lab and site management on supply chain (lab, office, caf-- supplies).
        • Employee is required to participate in Emergency On Call List and must report to designated location, in the event of an emergency, within 60 minutes of notification, when on call. All employees are on call in the event of a major emergency and are expected to immediately report to the facility to the best of their ability. Current contact information and changes to phone numbers must be communicated to ensure the Emergency On Call List is properly maintained
        • Maintain and enhance employees' awareness of Norton office / Laboratory safety.
        • Be an active member of the Norton office safety committee and attend meetings regularly.
        • Carry out other duties/project as assigned
          Qualifications:
          
          Minimum Required:
          
          • High School Diploma or equivalent
          • 3-5 years' related experience in mechanical or maintenance, including experience with back-up power supply and switch gear equipment
          • 5 years' experience in an HVACR, electrical or similar repair capacity
          • 2 years' experience in a leadership role with supervisory duties
            Other Required:
            
            • Ability to install low voltage electrical wiring
            • HVACR and EPA certification to handle refrigerants
            • Must possess a valid driver's license allowing you to drive in the state(s) you drive in
            • Able to travel, including overnight stays
            • Must have and maintain a safe driving record and provide proof of such on an annual basis.
            • Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language
              
              Preferred:
              
              • Formal training in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR)
              • Two year degree in Engineering
                
                Precision is required by law in some states or cities to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Precision, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. This role is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, health insurance, retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, and paid time off for sick leave and vacation, among other benefits.
                
                Reasonable estimate of the current range
                
                $60,000 - $85,000 USD
                
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