Building Trades Technician I – Bar Harbor Building Trades work is performed in a highly regulated critical environment that supports data centers, live animal colonies and sensitive research facilities on a 24/7 basis. Failures or incorrect operation can lead to loss of research data, interruption of scientific operations, or harm to animals. Technicians at all levels are responsible for the maintenance, modification, troubleshooting, and repair of building envelope and interior systems, and other related equipment as required by departmental needs. Building Trades Technician Level I: Majority of time is spent in training and planned basic activities such as minor repairs and preventive maintenance. Tasks are performed under close supervision by senior technicians and supervisors. Key

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Essential Functions

Perform basic troubleshooting, installation, and repair of carpentry, masonry, painting, siding, flooring, windows, doors, drywall, furniture, commercial roofing systems, minor low-voltage electrical work, and other related systems under the close guidance of senior technicians and supervisors. Support project planning and coordination efforts with contractors and engineers. Utilize computer applications, including a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), to document maintenance activities and generate reports, checklists, and other related documentation. Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and respond to on-campus emergencies within one hour on a 24/7 basis. Perform other duties as assigned, including shift work on nights, weekends, and holidays. Travel occasionally for training and/or to support maintenance activities at other sites. Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Basic knowledge of building envelope and interior systems, including the identification and handling of hazardous building materials and the proper application of related products. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to effectively diagnose and resolve maintenance issues. Ability to maintain complex building systems in critical environments. Proficiency in utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation. Demonstrated willingness and ability to quickly learn and apply new technical skills related to facility maintenance and operations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and maintain accurate documentation. Physical & Work

Requirements

Climb stairs and ladders. Bend, squat, crouch, crawl, kneel, stoop, and stretch. Stand for prolonged periods. Perform repairs at floor level, overhead, and within confined-space areas. Ability to enter confined spaces and safely work in a variety of facility environments. Ability to safely perform physical maintenance activities while working in diverse building and equipment environments. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments. Willingness to travel occasionally as needed for training and operational support.

Pay Range

$22.04 - $31.96 #CA-EH8 About JAX: The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health. Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org. EEO Statement: The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws. Bar Harbor: The Jackson Laboratory's 43-acre scenic Bar Harbor campus is nestled between the Gulf of Maine and the mountains of Acadia National Park. Some of the best hiking and biking in the world (over 50 square miles of mountains, lakes, views, and dramatic coastline) is accessible from our campus. We are one mile from downtown Bar Harbor, which offers a vibrant downtown district with a plethora of restaurants, shops, museums, and galleries. Ellsworth: The Charles E. Hewett Center in Ellsworth, Maine, is a state-of-the-art facility that serves researchers world wide. The facility represents the culmination of nine decades of unmatched experience and leadership in breeding and caring for laboratory mice. Ellsworth, Maine, is one of Maine’s fastest growing cities. With a growth rate of nearly 20%, Ellsworth is a bustling year-round community and acts as a hub for surrounding towns. It is located nearby Acadia National Park and hosts numerous special events, concerts and festivals each year. Residents have access to fabulous shopping, recreation, museums, galleries, and dining at a variety of independent restaurants. Farmington: JAX Genomic Medicine is transforming medicine by improving patient care, lowering costs, and increasing life span and health span. JAX Genomic Medicine’s research focuses on the complex genetic causes of disease and on the development of genomic solutions tailored to each person's unique genetic makeup. JAX Genomic Medicine sits on a 17-acre site on the campus of the University of Connecticut Health Center. The 183,500-square-foot facility opened in the fall of 2014. Now, it houses over 300 biomedical researchers, technicians, and support staff in state-of-the-art computing facilities and laboratories. In Connecticut, JAX resides in the scenic town of Farmington, in the state’s capitol region. The Hartford region, which offers some of the best public schools in the country, is made up of both bigger cities and smaller, charming historic New England towns. JAX Genomic Medicine is also geographically located within 2 hours of Boston and New York and is close to multiple transportation systems, including bus lines, highways, railroads and international airports. Sacramento: The JAX® Mice, Clinical and Research Services facility is located in Sacramento, the state capital of California. Sacramento is less than a two-hour drive from San Francisco, Napa Valley, and scenic Lake Tahoe, and a short flight to both Los Angeles and Orange County. Sacramento is the birthplace of the nation’s Farm to Fork movement, and offers excellent restaurants, gastro-pubs, wineries, theaters, and museums. Outdoor activities are plentiful: Boating, white water rafting, and riding the scenic bicycle trails are popular. Housing and other costs of living are more affordable in Sacramento and its surrounding suburbs than in most other neighboring areas in the North Bay, making Sacramento one of the hottest housing markets in the country year after year. Augusta: JAX’s Maine Cancer Genomics Initiative (MCGI) is located in Augusta, Maine, in the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care (HACCC), at Maine General Hospital. It began operations in 2016 with three overarching goals: to provide cancer genomic testing for Maine cancer patients; to develop and deliver physician education about clinical genomic cancer diagnostics; and to build a network in Maine of oncology practices conducting studies in genomic medicine.