Facilities Technician
Spectraforce
Santa Clara, California
15 hours ago
Job Description
Facilities Technician
Duration: 3 months
Location: Santa Clara, CA; 95050; 100% ONSITE
position requires lifting up to 50lbs +
Interview: 1. Phone 2. In-person
Description:
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
The Facilities Technician II is responsible for performing a wide range of skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, repair,
and operational support activities across the facility, grounds, and building systems. Duties include but are not limited to the following:
Mechanical Systems Maintenance & Repair
? Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC-R systems, including air handlers, chillers, rooftop
units, CRAC units, exhaust systems, and ducting.
? Troubleshoot and repair steam and hot-water boilers, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and associated
piping.
? Maintain and repair controlled temperature units (CTUs), including incubators, refrigerators, freezers,
environmental chambers, and stability rooms.
? Conduct maintenance on RO/DI water systems, including filters, tanks, distribution loops, and point-of-use
equipment.
? Support maintenance and troubleshooting for Autoclaves, sterilizers, and related utility supply systems.
? Maintain facility plumbing systems, including drains, faucets, fixtures, pressurized lines, and backflow
preventers.
? Perform routine and emergency repairs on compressed air, gas, and utility distribution systems, including
nitrogen, CO2, oxygen, and vacuum lines.
? Diagnose mechanical failures using appropriate tools and techniques, ensuring minimal downtime.
Electrical Systems Maintenance & Troubleshooting
? Install, maintain, and repair electrical power distribution systems ranging from 12V to 480V.
? Troubleshoot motors, motor controllers, contactors, relays, VFDs, breakers, and panel boards.
? Support maintenance and periodic testing of emergency generators, ATS systems, and emergency lighting.
? Perform inspections and repairs on UPS systems, including battery checks and load tests.
? Conduct thermographic inspections using IR imaging to identify electrical hot spots and prevent failures.
? Diagnose and repair lighting systems, controls, occupancy sensors, and energy-saving components.
? Install and terminate conduit, wiring, junction boxes, and fixtures in compliance with NEC codes.
Building Controls & Automation Systems (BAS/BMS)
? Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot Building Automation Systems such as ALC, Siemens, JCI, and Distech.
? Identify issues with system programming, alarms, networked controls, scheduling, setpoints, and trending.
? Perform routine testing and calibration of sensors, actuators, thermostats, pressure transducers, and control
valves.
? Respond to environmental excursions, system alarms, or abnormal building conditions in real time.
? Document findings and escalate system-level issues requiring engineering intervention.
Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS) – Rees
? Monitor, troubleshoot, and calibrate Rees monitoring systems connected to CTUs, cleanrooms, and critical
equipment.
? Investigate environmental alerts and document all corrective actions.
? Coordinate with engineering, quality, or lab teams when monitored equipment trends outside defined ranges.
Facility & Grounds Maintenance
? Perform routine carpentry tasks, including repairs to doors, hardware, drywall, ceiling tiles, and cabinetry.
? Support painting, patching, and architectural maintenance to maintain GMP and non-GMP areas.
? Install or repair office fixtures such as shelving, brackets, casework, and ergonomic equipment.
? Maintain exterior facility components including walkways, lighting, signage, and safety features.
? Support snow/ice removal or seasonal maintenance where applicable.
Inspections, Testing & Preventive Maintenance
? Conduct periodic, scheduled, and unscheduled facility inspections to identify repair needs, safety concerns,
or equipment degradation.
? Complete PMs on mechanical, electrical, and utility systems following SOPs, manufacturer guidance, and
safety protocols.
? Execute test procedures for boilers, emergency generators, exhaust systems, and safety equipment.
Work Order Management & Documentation (SAP PM)
? Utilize SAP Plant Maintenance to open, update, track, and close work orders.
? Document labor hours, parts used, equipment status, inspection findings, and corrective actions.
? Maintain accurate equipment history records to support audits and regulatory readiness.
? Assist with updating equipment master data, asset lists, and PM plans as required.
Safety, Compliance & Operational Excellence
? Work in accordance with the Client’s safety policies, Cal/OSHA regulations, NEC codes, building
codes, and site procedures.
? Participate in job hazard assessments, lockout/tagout procedures, confined-space entry, and hot-work
protocols.
? Identify potential facility hazards and take corrective or preventive action.
? Respond to facility emergencies, unexpected outages, leaks, alarms, or unsafe conditions.
? Support EHS initiatives, audits, and continuous-improvement projects.
Cross-Functional Support & Customer Service
? Collaborate with engineering, lab staff, operations, safety, security, and external vendors.
? Communicate work status, issues, and repair timelines to internal stakeholders (RRPs, coordinators, lab
managers).
? Provide technical guidance and support for small projects, installations, and moves.
? Escort vendors, oversee contracted work when required, and ensure compliance with Roche standards.
Education & Experience Requirements
Candidate must meet one of the following:
? AA Technical Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Technology, or related field. 10+ years of hands-on experience
maintaining and repairing electrical systems/equipment /experience maintaining and repairing mechanical
systems/equipment and experience working with control systems (BAS, BMS, building management controls)
OR
? Licensed/Certified Electrician (state or nationally recognized certification) 10+ years of hands-on experience maintaining
and repairing electrical systems/equipment /experience maintaining and repairing mechanical systems/equipment 3+
years of experience working with control systems (BAS, BMS, building management controls)
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 36.79/hr.
Duration: 3 months
Location: Santa Clara, CA; 95050; 100% ONSITE
position requires lifting up to 50lbs +
Interview: 1. Phone 2. In-person
Description:
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
The Facilities Technician II is responsible for performing a wide range of skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, repair,
and operational support activities across the facility, grounds, and building systems. Duties include but are not limited to the following:
Mechanical Systems Maintenance & Repair
? Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC-R systems, including air handlers, chillers, rooftop
units, CRAC units, exhaust systems, and ducting.
? Troubleshoot and repair steam and hot-water boilers, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and associated
piping.
? Maintain and repair controlled temperature units (CTUs), including incubators, refrigerators, freezers,
environmental chambers, and stability rooms.
? Conduct maintenance on RO/DI water systems, including filters, tanks, distribution loops, and point-of-use
equipment.
? Support maintenance and troubleshooting for Autoclaves, sterilizers, and related utility supply systems.
? Maintain facility plumbing systems, including drains, faucets, fixtures, pressurized lines, and backflow
preventers.
? Perform routine and emergency repairs on compressed air, gas, and utility distribution systems, including
nitrogen, CO2, oxygen, and vacuum lines.
? Diagnose mechanical failures using appropriate tools and techniques, ensuring minimal downtime.
Electrical Systems Maintenance & Troubleshooting
? Install, maintain, and repair electrical power distribution systems ranging from 12V to 480V.
? Troubleshoot motors, motor controllers, contactors, relays, VFDs, breakers, and panel boards.
? Support maintenance and periodic testing of emergency generators, ATS systems, and emergency lighting.
? Perform inspections and repairs on UPS systems, including battery checks and load tests.
? Conduct thermographic inspections using IR imaging to identify electrical hot spots and prevent failures.
? Diagnose and repair lighting systems, controls, occupancy sensors, and energy-saving components.
? Install and terminate conduit, wiring, junction boxes, and fixtures in compliance with NEC codes.
Building Controls & Automation Systems (BAS/BMS)
? Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot Building Automation Systems such as ALC, Siemens, JCI, and Distech.
? Identify issues with system programming, alarms, networked controls, scheduling, setpoints, and trending.
? Perform routine testing and calibration of sensors, actuators, thermostats, pressure transducers, and control
valves.
? Respond to environmental excursions, system alarms, or abnormal building conditions in real time.
? Document findings and escalate system-level issues requiring engineering intervention.
Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS) – Rees
? Monitor, troubleshoot, and calibrate Rees monitoring systems connected to CTUs, cleanrooms, and critical
equipment.
? Investigate environmental alerts and document all corrective actions.
? Coordinate with engineering, quality, or lab teams when monitored equipment trends outside defined ranges.
Facility & Grounds Maintenance
? Perform routine carpentry tasks, including repairs to doors, hardware, drywall, ceiling tiles, and cabinetry.
? Support painting, patching, and architectural maintenance to maintain GMP and non-GMP areas.
? Install or repair office fixtures such as shelving, brackets, casework, and ergonomic equipment.
? Maintain exterior facility components including walkways, lighting, signage, and safety features.
? Support snow/ice removal or seasonal maintenance where applicable.
Inspections, Testing & Preventive Maintenance
? Conduct periodic, scheduled, and unscheduled facility inspections to identify repair needs, safety concerns,
or equipment degradation.
? Complete PMs on mechanical, electrical, and utility systems following SOPs, manufacturer guidance, and
safety protocols.
? Execute test procedures for boilers, emergency generators, exhaust systems, and safety equipment.
Work Order Management & Documentation (SAP PM)
? Utilize SAP Plant Maintenance to open, update, track, and close work orders.
? Document labor hours, parts used, equipment status, inspection findings, and corrective actions.
? Maintain accurate equipment history records to support audits and regulatory readiness.
? Assist with updating equipment master data, asset lists, and PM plans as required.
Safety, Compliance & Operational Excellence
? Work in accordance with the Client’s safety policies, Cal/OSHA regulations, NEC codes, building
codes, and site procedures.
? Participate in job hazard assessments, lockout/tagout procedures, confined-space entry, and hot-work
protocols.
? Identify potential facility hazards and take corrective or preventive action.
? Respond to facility emergencies, unexpected outages, leaks, alarms, or unsafe conditions.
? Support EHS initiatives, audits, and continuous-improvement projects.
Cross-Functional Support & Customer Service
? Collaborate with engineering, lab staff, operations, safety, security, and external vendors.
? Communicate work status, issues, and repair timelines to internal stakeholders (RRPs, coordinators, lab
managers).
? Provide technical guidance and support for small projects, installations, and moves.
? Escort vendors, oversee contracted work when required, and ensure compliance with Roche standards.
Education & Experience Requirements
Candidate must meet one of the following:
? AA Technical Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Technology, or related field. 10+ years of hands-on experience
maintaining and repairing electrical systems/equipment /experience maintaining and repairing mechanical
systems/equipment and experience working with control systems (BAS, BMS, building management controls)
OR
? Licensed/Certified Electrician (state or nationally recognized certification) 10+ years of hands-on experience maintaining
and repairing electrical systems/equipment /experience maintaining and repairing mechanical systems/equipment 3+
years of experience working with control systems (BAS, BMS, building management controls)
Applicant Notices & Disclaimers
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 36.79/hr.