Facilities Maintenance Technician II

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About the Role

Are you mechanically minded, hands-on, and ready to support a dynamic scientific environment? We're seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician II to join our agile, four-person team on site in Madison, WI. In this role, you’ll leverage your expertise in equipment maintenance—repair, calibration, and installation—and play a critical part in keeping our laboratory, manufacturing, and building systems running smoothly.

Schedule: First shift, Monday–Friday. Start between 7:30–8:30am, finish between 4:00–5:30pm (depending on start time and lunch break).

Top 3 Skills We’re Seeking

• Hands-On Equipment Experience:
  Direct experience with equipment repair, calibration, and installation. Background with laboratory, electronic, or mechanical systems, and strong troubleshooting abilities a must.

• Mechanical Aptitude Across Contexts:
  Adaptable mechanical skills; comfort with diving into unfamiliar setups and diagnosing/repairing systems using sound mechanical reasoning.

• Ownership & Accountability:
  Ability to independently manage tasks, follow through on commitments, and proactively solve problems. Reliability, initiative, and ownership are critical in our small, agile team.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting across all company facilities, labs, and manufacturing areas.
• Handle work orders using our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Schedule and escort outside service providers as needed.
• Respond to facility emergencies (in a rotating on-call program).
• Act as subject matter expert on building components or manufacturing equipment; assist management with decisions and train fellow staff.
• Document work in line with department SOPs and ISO 13485 requirements.
• Support the general upkeep of work and shared spaces.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2–5+ years in facilities maintenance (commercial, manufacturing, laboratory) OR technical education.
• Education: High School Diploma required; technical degree strongly .
• Skills:
  • Superior mechanical and troubleshooting skills
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Familiarity with MS Office and email
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Experience with Building Automation Systems a plus
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 50 lbs, and work with hands/tools.

Working Environment

• Work in Clinical and Research Grade lab settings; may encounter solutions and chemicals.
• Use hand and power tools, testing equipment.
• Work both indoors and outdoors; drive company vehicles as needed.

Additional Details

• No travel or supervisory responsibilities.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided as needed.
• Regular, punctual attendance is required.

Ready to take ownership of this hands-on, essential role? Apply now and be part of a close-knit, driven team making a difference in the scientific community!

Company DescriptionA career in motion is how you'll thrive and prosper. We work with tons of companies across the nation, and with our strong connections, we'll help take your career forward. At Kelly, we've been transforming ourselves for a while now - constantly striving to reach our full potential, so we can help you maximize yours. We'll help you find what's next.Company DescriptionA career in motion is how you'll thrive and prosper. We work with tons of companies across the nation, and with our strong connections, we'll help take your career forward. At Kelly, we've been transforming ourselves for a while now - constantly striving to reach our full potential, so we can help you maximize yours. We'll help you find what's next.