Lab Facilities Technician I

At the heart of QIAGEN’s business is a vision to make improvements in life possible.

We are on an exciting mission to make a real difference in science and healthcare. We are still the entrepreneurial company we started out as and have today achieved a size where we can bring our full power to many initiatives and to our presence across the globe.
Our most valuable asset are our employees – more than 6000 in over 35 locations around the world. Our ambition is to ensure we have outstanding and passionate people working in the best teams and we are constantly looking for new talent to join us.
There are few players who have shaped the world of modern science and healthcare as much as QIAGEN, and we have only just started.
If you are looking to advance your career, are seeking new challenges and opportunities, enjoy working in dynamic and international, diverse teams and want to make a real impact on people’s lives, then QIAGEN is where you need to be.

Join us. At QIAGEN, you make a difference every day.

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  General methods and practices used in a variety of building trades, such as carpentry, general construction, electric, plumbing, painting, and HVAC.

• Work with vendors and contractors.

• Hand tools and equipment used in a variety of building construction and maintenance trades; use and purpose of general maintenance tools and equipment.

• Computer skills related to data entry/retrieval, Microsoft and Computer Maintenance Management Software.

• Basic principles and practices of record keeping.

• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

• Familiarity with RO water systems.

• Able to lift, push and pull 75 pounds.

• Bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when installing, repairing, and servicing equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 75 pounds or less.

• Maintain records related to work activities and work orders.

• Respond to emergency maintenance requests.

• Perform basic carpentry, painting and drywall repairs.

• Coordinate and oversee work of outside contractors when needed.

• Monitor all cold storage units using REES system during work and every other week nights and weekends.

• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, specifications and manuals.

• Ability to climb ladders, stand and perform overhead work.

• Perform monthly inspections on safety showers, eyewash stations

• Perform monthly inspections on fire extinguishers.

• Collect biological waste and chemical waste and assist with waste removal via 3rd party.

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  Any combination of education and experience that will provide the ability to perform the work and provide the performance results as stated above. A typical way of obtaining the education and experience would be:

• Two years of experience in general building maintenance or in the maintenance and minor repair of building utilities and lab equipment.

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  Attention to detail

• Effectively contribute collaboratively to a team effort

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and writing

At the heart of QIAGEN are our people who drive our success. We act with passion, always challenging the status quo to drive innovation and continuous improvement. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We create a collaborative, safe and engaging workplace which forms the basis for high performing individuals and teams. We drive accountability and entrepreneurial decision-making and want you to excel your growth and shape the future of QIAGEN.

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), sex stereotyping (including but not limited to assumptions about a person’s appearance or behavior, gender roles, gender expression, or gender identity), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

QIAGEN complies with applicable laws regarding the confidentiality of employee health information and the reasonable accommodation of individuals with disabilities and/or sincerely held religious beliefs. Candidates who require accommodation should contact Benefits@QIAGEN.com. This policy is part of QIAGEN’s ongoing efforts to support public health efforts and to ensure the safety and-well-being of its employees, customers, business partners, and community.