Sr. Facilities Technician

Facilities Manager

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders.

Responsible for overseeing and maintaining the facilities and equipment of the company. Completes a wide range of tasks related to facility maintenance, repairs, and improvements. Addresses complex facility-related challenges and provides guidance to less-experienced colleagues.

Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

• Coordinate and manage facility improvement projects and identify/address complex technical issues related to facility operations
• Collaborate with external vendors and contractors for specialized facility services
• Implement and maintain facility-related documentation and records, including safety procedures and equipment manuals
• Manage facilities help desk requests and ensure timely response with a strong emphasis on delivering exceptional customer service, clear communication, and comprehensive support
• Lead and coordinate internal employee and lab relocations, reconfigurations, storage/inventory as well as space commissioning and decommissioning while demonstrating a proactive approach and commitment to operational excellence
• Oversee and execute tasks in various maintenance trades such as carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, painting, and lighting, with an expanded scope of responsibilities
• Manage the logistics and setup for corporate events and conference rooms, ensuring seamless and professional execution
• Perform routine inspections, repairs, maintenance, and installation of furniture, fixtures, and equipment in both lab and office areas, demonstrating proactivity and attention to detail to ensure safety and compliance
• Provides primary support for facilities and guidance to junior facilities technicians, prepared to take on additional backup duties and tasks as needed
• Supervise the monitoring, ordering, and delivery of gases for laboratory use, ensuring consistent and efficient supply management
• Conduct daily and weekly building walks to monitor overall facility operation, safety, and condition, and take the lead in planning and implementing solutions in collaboration with the operations team
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High School Diploma / Associate's degree and 4+ years of related experience
• Relevant certification or license in facility management or a related field may be required
• Biotech/Pharma facility work including laboratory space highly preferred
• Hold and maintain a valid driver's license
• Strong understanding in HVAC, electrical and plumbing, painting/drywall, lighting and ballast replacement
• Demonstrated ability in furniture repair and installation
• Strong knowledge of laboratory gas systems and equipment (including incubators and freezers)
• Must be able to read and work off blueprints, schematics and from technical manuals pertaining to facilities and equipment installed and serviced
• Strong understanding in general, fire prevention, electrical, hazmat, and laboratory safety
• Knowledge of maintenance and environmental standards
• Strong understanding of laboratory equipment trouble shooting and/or repair (desired but not required)
• Ability to work with outside vendors to obtain supplies, equipment, contracts, and services
• Uses established skills to perform a range of daily operations
• Applies understanding of company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks
• Understands how own area contributes to the achievement of objectives
• Must have proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office
• Highly motivated proactive individual that can work unsupervised with a high level of detail
• Completes work assigned in a reliable, consistent manner while working successfully as an individual and within a team environment
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer. We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

The hourly rate we reasonably expect to pay is $28.15-$38.41. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 20% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.