Facilities Technician II - Nights

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity
 The position of Facilities Technician II is within our Infectious Disease Developed Markets Business Unit located in Scarborough, Maine. This role will be responsible for performing routine repairs and maintenance on facilities, troubleshooting and repairing facilities-related equipment, and ensuring that all facilities are safe, functional, and compliant with relevant regulations under minimal supervision. Tasks will involve the execution of various trades including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC/refrigeration repair, and installation.

12 Hour Shifts

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Repair building structures, fixtures, and furniture both proactively and upon request. 

• Renovate facilities, including walls, doors, windows, flooring, plumbing, etc. 

• Interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, layouts, and wiring diagrams. 

• Assist in packing, moving, and reconfiguring the facility, including office and manufacturing areas. 

• Repair and maintain plumbing for water feed/ drainage equipment and general restroom maintenance. 

• Escort and assist outside service providers in the performance of their contractual obligations, as necessary.  

• Maintain appropriate records, keep inventory of spare parts and materials, and provide Supervisor with relevant information. 

• Initiate, maintain, and process work orders utilizing the Computer Maintenance Management System and other facilities related forms. (permits, job hazard analysis, etc.) 

• Respond to alarm or trouble calls as required, including the execution of proper escalation protocols. 

• Creates purchase requisitions to order parts related to facility needs. 

• Utilize company vehicles to run errands, purchase parts/tools/material, support other sites, transport items between sites, and pick up purchased items. 

• Perform vehicle upkeep activities as needed. (automotive maintenance appointments, fueling, inspections, etc.) 

• Independently carry out basic and complex work orders and escalate relevant concerns to supervisors. 

• Demonstrates working knowledge of major facilities systems in a manufacturing environment for function and troubleshooting purposes. 

• Provide guidance to other technicians and personnel within the Facilities Department, acting as a SME (Subject Matter Expert) in applicable areas of expertise.  

• Maintains a working understanding of Building Management System (BMS) to monitor equipment status, change equipment status for maintenance actions, change setpoints (as allowed), troubleshoot malfunctions or problems, etc.  

• Evaluate current Facilities processes and make informed recommendations on cost savings initiatives.  

• Support facilities teams by performing related tasks as requested. 

• Communicates with team leadership and fellow team members through email and verbal pass-downs. 

• Performs troubleshooting techniques to determine root cause, develop corrective actions, coordinate work, and complete repairs on facilities equipment. 

• Assist Facilities Engineering with the execution of projects and provide project support as required.
• Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of applicable Quality Processes as per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies. 

• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.

• Responsibility to understand and maintain awareness of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job.

Required Qualifactions

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)  

• 3+ years’ experience in a Facilities and/or maintenance related role.  

• Familiarity with formal preventative maintenance programs.  

• Proficient in Microsoft Suites software. (Microsoft Excel, Outlook PowerPoint, Power BI, etc.) 

Preferred Qualifactions

• Prior experience working in a company operating under ISO, FDA, or similar quality systems or regulations.  

• Technical Degree or certificate with a focus in Mechanical, HVAC, or Electrical and/or another related technical field.  

• 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment. 

• Possess a valid Class C Driver’s License.

     

The base pay for this position is

$22.45 – $44.85/hour

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:

Facilities & Maintenance

     

DIVISION:

ID Infectious Disease

        

LOCATION:

United States > Scarborough : 10 Southgate Rd

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

2Nd Shift (United States Of America)

     

TRAVEL:

No

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis

     

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

     

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf