Utilities Technician III at AmplifyBio in West Jefferson, Ohio

Job Description:

Are you passionate about significantly improving the future of medicine? Do you believe that people are the most important asset of any company? If so, join AmplifyBio!

AmplifyBio is a leading contract research organization with a comprehensive range of services that span from being an outsourcing partner for discovery stage R&D work, a preclinical CRO performing safety efficacy and toxicology studies for small molecules and advanced therapies alike, and, most recently, an expansion into manufacturing services for cell, gene, and mRNA-based therapeutics.

The AmplifyBio ecosystem is comprised of two distinct business units:ASET (West Jefferson, OH) Amplify's Safety, Efficacy, and Toxicology Site and the most recently opened AMEC (New Albany, OH) Amplify's Manufacturing Enablement Center.

About ASET West Jefferson, OH: AmplifyBios safety, efficacy, and toxicology unit (ASET) was launched as a preclinical CRO that spun out of Battelle in 2021 to address the changing needs of commercial organizations developing modern therapeutics. AmplifyBio brings decades of experience to accommodate a wide variety of GLP and non-GLP studies in all in vivo models and dose routes. Among the investments that AmplifyBio has made to empower preclinical assessments of advanced therapies is building a new state-of-the-art analytical laboratory to include molecular and immunological assays that assess critical safety and efficacy indicators for cell and gene therapies during preclinical studies

AmplifyBio is seeking to hire a Utilities Technician, to join our growing team!!!

The Utilities Technician is responsible for completing all corrective / preventive maintenance, general optimization and overall improvements to the critical utilities associated with the Ohio related AmplifyBio facilities in West Jefferson and New Albany, OH.

This position is a hands-on position and takes daily direction from management and internal stakeholders to ensure all operating environments are within area specifications and any excursions outside of these specifications are addressed and documented per prescribed procedures.

What Youll Do Here:

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on critical utilities such as but not limited to: HVAC, Chilled Water, Hot Water / Steam Boilers, Compressed Air, Process Gas, Water Treatment, Refrigeration systems etc.
• Complete and document utility related Corrective Work Requests for both internal and external customers.
• Ordering and maintaining of spare parts inventory and repair parts associated with utility related work requests.
• Daily walking tours and verification of critical utilities, making necessary adjustments and/or observation of utility equipment located outside and within the facility.
• Utilize a central command center for both OH sites to identify trends and potential abnormal conditions from multiple electronic building automation, environmental monitoring and/or process monitoring systems.
• Investigation, correction, notification, and documentation of internal alarms from all Monitoring Systems per departmental procedures.
• Utilize a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to document all work history associated with critical assets.
• Ensure all critical utility related preventive maintenance plans are relevant and address all potential areas for failure and/or optimization.
• Ensure all electrical infrastructure is operating as expected and identify areas for improvement while ensuring necessary preventive maintenance is scheduled and completed.
• Act as department liaison for utility related new and/or renovation CAPEX projects to maintain standards and reduce duplication of efforts and costs.
• Act as front facing main point of contact for responding to internal, client, and regulatory audit questions regarding facility operations, which can include providing maintenance records.
• Monitor and trend each facilities utility usage to identify opportunities for energy reduction leading to cost and sustainability objectives.
• Collaborate with other members of the F&E (Facilities & Engineering) team to ensure completion of daily work activities and overall support of business needs.
• Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies.
• This position functions with minimal supervision to perform the job day-to-day. There are times when consensus is obtained in troubleshooting equipment and system problems to reduce downtime and ensure system reliability.
• This position will routinely make on the spot decisions regarding equipment and system functions that require adjustment. There is high degree of problem-solving ability required as problems surround nearly all functions of this position.

We Would Love to Hear from You If:

• High School Diploma or GED with 7+ years of relevant hands-on experience in Life Sciences or similar regulated building / facilities related environment.
• Must be available to work any shift and be on call (cell phone required).
• Must be able to drive a company vehicle for transportation between West Jefferson and New Albany, OH as required.
• Must have ability to work with hand / power tools safely.
• Good interaction with external suppliers/consultants and/or vendors on Facilities and Utilities related equipment.
• Must be well organized and committed to a safe and clean working environment.
• Must be able to organize, prioritize and manage time well.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills.
• General computer skills and familiarity in a Microsoft environment.
• This position may require some heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs., heavier weights with assistance).
• Ability to work an 8 to 10-hour shift while standing with periodic walking.
• Ability to handle chemicals in a safe manner while donning appropriate personal protective equipment.

At AmplifyBio, we're committed to growing and empowering an inclusive community within our company and industry. This is why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives across our organization.

AmplifyBio is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We don't discriminate based on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), sexual orientation, age, weight, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law.

Why You Will Love Working Here:
We take the health and happiness of our employees seriously and consistently evaluate new ways to Amp up our benefits to provide an amazing place to work. From a wellness program (did we mention we have an onsite gym with state-of-the-art equipment and ping pong table?), to financial planning and legal assistance, we make sure to take care of our own.

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance that starts on your first day at AmplifyBio!
• Competitive Compensation Package
• We take work-life balance seriously and we back it up with a flexible PTO policy!
• Generous paid parental leave
• Wellness and Self-Care Programs
• 401(k) match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee mentoring and recognition programs
• EAP/work-life support system
• A fun work environment where everyones voice matters!
• An Opportunity to Change the World!!!

When you join our team, you will be a part of groundbreaking work while collaborating with our clients, research scientists, study directors, lab technicians, and specialists across a variety of disciplines. The future for AmplifyBio is as great as the combination of our imaginations and actions, and we hold ourselves accountable for our choices and results. We have a bias for action, excellence, and, especially, the health and safety of our employees.

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