Facility Maintenance Tech Emory Primate Center (Lawrenceville, GA)

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

The Department of Operations and Maintenance at the Emory National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking a full-time Facility Maintenance Technician to join our team located at our Field Station in Lawrenceville GA. The Emory Operation and Maintenance team maintains the safe operation and maintenance of building facilities which include electrical mechanical and plumbing systems. We are responsible for operating and maintaining specific equipment performing preventive maintenance activities responding to customer needs and repairing equipment. We rapidly and appropriately respond to emergency events such as leaks floods power outages or any other situation that could adversely affect humans animals and/or research at the Center. This can include responding quickly and appropriately to remote notification alarms including animal housing temperature pressure and humidity alarms laboratory freezer alarms and other space condition and equipment status alarms.

The ideal candidate will have welding experience and should be motivated dependable and have good communication skills. The Facility Maintenance Technician may perform boiler blow-downs in the absence of the stationary engineer. Responds to work orders assigned by the department supervisor. Works in high containment areas when necessary. This involves getting the proper vaccinations wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and attending regularly scheduled training sessions. High containment areas can include biosafety level 3 (BSL3) facilities animal holding rooms confined spaces and others. Works closely with the maintenance shop and assists when needed for other building system-related tasks.

The work hours for this position are Monday Friday 7:30 AM until 4:00 PM.

Collaborate. Innovate. Serve. These three simple words capture what we do at EPC to help advance science and improve the health and well-being of humans and non-human primates. If you are someone with Facility Maintenance Technician experience this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community.

Dedicated to discovering causes preventions treatments and cures of disease Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Fabricates repairs and maintains primate housing and caging enrichment devices and research apparatus.
• Reads and interprets blueprints sketches and schematic drawings according to welding and/or fabricating equipment.
• Installs and maintains water main supply lines natural gas supply lines sewer mains detention/retention ponds general grading and tree/stump removal.
• Installs and maintains building electrical including lighting and power distribution plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Performs installation and maintenance of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Operates various heavy equipment including wheeled and tracked machines forklift trucks and aerial lift equipment.
• Abides by and monitors staff compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.
• Maintains vehicle fleet including vans trucks golf carts and heavy equipment.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent and five years of experience in the repair and maintenance of an industrial shop research facility or machine shop.
• Welding experience preferably in a manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.
• Must be familiar with common welding terms symbols and procedures including metal fabricating grinding and finishing tools.
• Basic electrical plumbing and carpentry skills.
• Ability to perform various welding operations including MIG TIG and Arc is preferred.
• Must be able to work outside in the elements.
• A valid drivers license is required.
• Ability to stand bend stoop and twist and occasionally lift heavy equipment in a myriad of weather conditions.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of HVAC plumbing electrical structural and general carpentry.
• Have experience in maintaining commercial facilities during off-hours with no other maintenance staff present.
• The ideal candidate will have experience with healthcare research laboratory and/or other critical/biomedical facilities.
• Experience with a commercial building automation system (BAS) is a plus.
• Working knowledge of metal working tools and equipment.
• Able to demonstrate proficiency in various welding techniques MIG/TIG/Stick.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions
• Requires the ability to lift up to 100 lbs. as well as the ability to bend kneel and/or squat move/push heavy racks a short distance
• This position is required to have the proper vaccinations wear personal protection equipment (PPE) and attend regularly scheduled training sessions.
• High containment areas including biosafety level 3 (BSL3) facilities animal holding rooms confined space and others.
• Involves working in the elements cold/heat/rain/snow.
• Work Hours: Monday Friday 7:30 AM until 4:00 PM.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:

The Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) in conjunction with Emory University conducts pre-employment screenings for all positions. These screenings may include an Information Network Associates (INA) and criminal background check and verification of work history academic credentials licenses and addition the process may include a drug screening with health assessment and review and mandate for various vaccinations. Updated COVID-19 vaccinations may be necessary for specific research projects.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions educational programs or employment including recruitment hiring promotions transfers discipline terminations wage and salary administration benefits and training. Students faculty and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act and applicable executive orders federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination equal opportunity and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance 201 Dowman Drive Administration Building Atlanta GA 30322. Telephone: (V) (TDD).

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