Facilities Technician
Sartorius
Summary
Sartorius has an onsite position available for a Facilities Technician at our Marlborough, MA site. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting with the maintenance and repair of the facility's infrastructure and equipment. This role involves supporting various aspects of the facility's operations to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant working environment. You will work closely with the Facilities team to address any issues and perform preventive maintenance tasks.
Job description
Grow with Us - Your Responsibilities
- Routine maintenance and repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and building infrastructure
- Timely execution of maintenance requests and work orders
- Participation in preventive maintenance programs to ensure reliable equipment performance and regulatory compliance
- Documentation and tracking of maintenance and inspection activities in accordance with GMP and OSHA standards
- Support of laboratory, office, and common-area setup, including equipment installation and relocation
- Operational support across multiple Sartorius facilities in the Marlborough area
- Coordination with external vendors, including oversight of service quality and escalation of issues to the Facilities Manager
- Accurate maintenance of work orders, equipment logs, and facility documentation
- Reporting of facility issues or concerns to the Facilities Manager
- Guidance and training of junior technicians, as well as support for facility-related projects and initiatives
What Will Convince Us
- High school diploma or GED; technical training or certifications beneficial
- Experience (1+ years) in facilities maintenance, calibration, or general building operations—biotech/pharma experience advantageous
- Ability to understand and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail
- Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate within a team environment
- Physically able to lift, carry, climb, and perform hands-on technical work
- Familiarity with GMP, OSHA, and regulatory requirements considered a plus
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, or on-call rotations when required
- Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 1+ years of experience in facilities maintenance, calibration, or general building operations
- Ability to understand and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail
- Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate within a team environment
- Physically able to lift, carry, climb, and perform hands-on technical work
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, or on-call rotations when required
Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- Sick Time
- Corporate Holidays
- Community Service Day
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Medical Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- EAP
- Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Matching
- HSA
- FSA
- Transportation Commuter Account
- Basic Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Family Planning
- Women's Health
- Health Advocate
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Legal Services
- LTD & STD
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Mentoring
- Leadership Programs
- Internal Seminars
Company overview
Sartorius AG is a leading international partner for life sciences research and the biopharmaceutical industry, headquartered in Göttingen, Germany. Founded in 1870, the company operates through two main divisions: Lab Products & Services and Bioprocess Solutions. The Lab Products & Services division provides innovative laboratory instruments, consumables, and bioanalytics solutions for pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and academic research laboratories, holding market leadership positions in laboratory balances, pipettes, and lab consumables. The Bioprocess Solutions division offers a comprehensive portfolio of single-use technologies covering all steps in biopharmaceutical production, including filtration, fermentation, cell cultivation, and fluid management systems. With over 13,500 employees across more than 60 locations worldwide, Sartorius generated approximately €3.4 billion in sales revenue in 2024. The company serves pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, academic research facilities, and quality control laboratories, helping accelerate drug discovery and manufacturing processes while maintaining a strong focus on innovation through strategic acquisitions of complementary technologies.