Life Science Technician II

Description

Essential Functions:

· Monitor, clean, and maintain the following: hood traps, incubators (fill as needed), water baths

· Assist team with content transfers in the instances of cold storage unit failures.

· Monitor and dump waste containers.

· Buffer preparation

· Maintain LN2 Freezer Pro and Cold Storage contact records (updated annually)

· Glass wash/autoclave, stocking and replenishment of clean/sterilized materials as needed.

· Work with team to close out workspaces of former employees (cold storage, bench, etc.) and prepare for inbound hires.

· Maintain service tickets in the lab equipment service system for all lab equipment needs. Interface with group and scientists to ensure service is completed and documented appropriately.

· Submit and follow-through on all tickets for printer issues.

· General lab housekeeping (lab clean outs, cardboard removal, etc.)

· Process all pipettes for annual pipette calibration.

Job Knowledgeable Training:

· Trained in safe hazardous waste handling of bio bins/bio-waste disposal.

· Trained in cleaning and maintaining Decon equipment.

· Basic knowledge of building & lab management systems.

· Alarm monitoring and management.

· Basic inventory and tool safety.

· Monitoring automations systems.

· Escort vendors and contractors.

· Other duties as assigned.

Pre-Hire Qualifications:

· Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.

· Six months prior work experience in a related work environment, illustrating good attendance, professional behavior, reliability.

· Ability to follow orders given orally and in writing.

· Ability to complete tasks and paperwork with basic supervision.

· Computer skills (i.e., excel, word, outlook)

· May require an ACTIVE driver’s license and personal vehicle.

Physical Qualifications:

· Manual dexterity sufficient to use hand tools and paint.

· Ability to stand, crouch, and climb to perform repairs, use ladder, and perform various types of manual labor.

· Ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally.

· Vision (with correction) sufficient for reading, performing repairs and painting.

Company Specific Training/Certifications:

· DOT

· HAZMAT

· Bloodborne Pathogens

· General Lab Safety

· General Maintenance and Lab Safety

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Days and hours of work vary according to the business demands.

Travel:

We expect our employees to remain flexible, and travel between sites may be necessary as the business demands.

Work Authorization:

All employees must be already authorized to work in the USA.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this role. Responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits & Perks:

· Medical coverage, and options for Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage

· Vacation, Sick, and Holiday leave

· 401(k) with company match

· 360° performance feedback

· Consistent work hours, with options for overtime

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Flagship is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.