For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Research Models Production site located in Hollister, CA.

The Maintenance Technician performs repairs and maintenance in plant or office facilities, or on machines and equipment. Typically performs work in one or more of the maintenance trades: carpentry, plumbing, painting, machine and equipment repair, electrical, sheet metal fabrication, and welding. Conducts routine, periodic, or special inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of facilities, machinery, and equipment. Uses hand and power tools. Tests, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs machines and equipment. Uses blueprints, sketches, layouts, wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks to assist in the daily repair, preventative maintenance and construction of machinery and physical plant and expansion projects, including routine carpentry, masonry, electrical, heating/air-conditioning, plumbing, painting, mechanical and floor/wall coating installation.
• Perform scheduled inspections/repairs on all facilities systems.
• Examine machinery and equipment to diagnose trouble using basic mechanical tools and equipment. Disassemble machines and equipment and adjust, replace or repair broken or defective parts and pieces.
• Perform equipment calibration and preventative maintenance procedures as directed.
• Perform supply, delivery, distribution and acquisition tasks as directed.
• May perform waste vacuum maintenance.
• Assist in moving office contents within site, including furniture, files, etc. as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance repairs and services.
• May operate yard equipment such as fork lift and pick up truck including attaching and removing equipment.
• Respond to emergencies as needed.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.)
• One to three years’ experience in general building maintenance with mechanical and construction background.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $22.00 / hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

About Research Models & Services
Fundamental to basic research and discovery is the use of in vivo models to help identify disease targets and determine potential biological pathways that regulate the condition. As the world’s leader in the production and distribution of the highest quality research animal, with 1 out of 2 animal models produced for preclinical research globally, we understand the importance of this step. With seven decades of experience, our expertise is unmatched, allowing us to provide you with the perfect model, including disease-specific and preconditioned options, for basic research and beyond.