Job Description

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Join our organization as a Facilities Specialist I and contribute to maintaining and optimizing our facilities. You'll ensure the smooth operation of critical infrastructure while supporting our mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. In this position, you'll manage building systems including HVAC, coordinate with vendors, oversee maintenance activities, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

You'll maintain critical equipment including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and security systems. You'll coordinate preventive maintenance, handle repairs, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. This role offers opportunities to contribute to facility upgrades, sustainability initiatives, and process improvements while developing your facilities management expertise.

REQUIREMENTS:
• High School Diploma and 5 years of experience; OR bachelor's degree and no experience required.
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Facilities Management, or related technical field
• Industry certifications in facilities management, trades, or relevant technical areas are a plus
• Advanced knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and controls a plus
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems and work order tracking
• Strong understanding of safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and GMP requirements a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and facilities management software
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, P&IDs, and system schematics
• Experience managing vendor relationships and coordinating maintenance contracts a plus
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Problem-solving mindset with ability to work independently
• Available for emergency response and occasional off-hours support
• Physical ability to perform inspections and basic maintenance tasks
• Valid driver's license required
• Willingness to be on-call rotation as needed

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New Jersey is $30.70–$46.05.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards