Facilities Technician

Talascend is currently seeking a Facilities Technician for a contract opportunity with our client in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts .


Overview


This role involves performing maintenance, repairs, and operational support within a vivarium environment, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. The technician will handle preventative and corrective maintenance on building systems, with a focus on welding, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.


Responsibilities

• Conduct regular vivarium walkthroughs to ensure cleanliness, operational readiness, and compliance with facility and environmental standards
• Complete all preventative and corrective maintenance for vivarium equipment, including HVAC components, air handling units, lighting systems, water supply systems, alarms, and monitoring devices
• Respond promptly to daily maintenance requests and vivarium-specific work orders, including plumbing, electrical, lighting, and general repairs
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on HVAC systems, pumps, motors, and mechanical equipment
• Execute welding tasks (MIG/TIG/arc) for metal repair, fabrication, and structural support, ensuring safe operation and maintenance of welding equipment
• Conduct routine building inspections, safety checks, and compliance walkthroughs
• Carry out general facility upkeep such as carpentry, drywall repair, tiling, cabinetry work, and light remodeling
• Work on ladders, at heights, and wear appropriate PPE (N95 or PAPRs as required)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training preferred
• At least 5+ years of maintenance experience in facilities or construction trades
• Familiarity with chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and HVAC systems
• Experience performing MIG/TIG/arc welding and equipment troubleshooting
• Ability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, work at heights, and stand for extended periods
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) knowledge
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills for coordination with teams and vendors
• Previous experience working in life sciences or regulated environments is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with controlled environments, environmental chambers, or regulated research spaces
• Familiarity with maintenance management software (e.g., Maximo, eMaint)
• Comfort using mobile devices for inspections and reporting
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotations

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.


Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.