Facilities Coordinator

Category:Temporary (Fixed Term)

Lab/Area:Facilities

Description:

Who we are:

The Gladstone Institutes is a distinguished independent, not-for-profit research institution dedicated to advancing human health through cutting-edge medical research and education. Our work spans neuroscience, cardiovascular biology, immunology, and stem cell biology, with a focus on overcoming disease. With a team of approximately 600 members, including renowned leaders in science and biomedicine, Gladstone operates across five institutes, alongside various centers and programs. Located at the Mission Bay Campus in an award-winning building, Gladstone offers competitive salaries and benefits, providing an optimal environment for individuals to realize their full potential and make a meaningful impact on global health.

About the role:

As the Facilities Coordinator, you'll assist with day-to-day facilities operations, and assist with special projects as assigned. Responsibilities range from managing conference room logistics to ensuring custodial quality and performing facility maintenance. You'll work primarily with the Safety & Facilities Coordinator and Facilities Engineer, but will be available to assist the Facilities team as a whole, operating under minimal supervision and handling routine tasks independently while receiving limited guidance on new assignments.

What you will do:

Perform general facilities maintenance and service requests.

Manage conference room schedules and setups, coordinating special events internally and externally.

Coordinate facility projects, including laboratory and office setups, equipment maintenance, relocations, and EH&S compliance.

Collaborate with lab aides institute-wide on various tasks.

Coordinate daily custodial services, conduct quality checks, and provide updates to the Facilities Manager.

What you will need:

High school diploma with additional education or training in facilities maintenance, preferably with experience in the biotech industry.

Experience in facilities maintenance or project coordination is desired.

An understanding of facilities maintenance requirements and machinery basics.

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects under pressure.

Basic proficiency in MS Office.

Skills in performing equipment repairs and maintenance, and excellent written and verbal communication.

Physical Demands of the role:

This role involves various physical activities such as sitting, standing, lifting, bending, and climbing, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Working Environment:

Expect to work in an office environment with exposure to various physical conditions, including animals and hazardous materials.

If this role isn't for you:

Stay connected with us for future opportunities by visiting our careers page: Gladstone Careers

Hiring Range:

$27.19/hr. - $32/hr.

Gladstone Perks & Benefits

People -work with talented, committed, and supportive teammates within an organization that values each member of its community.

A meaningful place to grow and learn -whether it's your professional skills or scientific knowledge, we have the resources and environment to advance either so you can better support Gladstone's mission to drive a new era of discovery in disease-oriented science and to mentor tomorrow's leaders in an inspiring and diverse environment.

Healthy work/life balance -you are highly engaged and productive at work because you can have time to recharge and enjoy a vibrant life outside of work.

Compensation -competitive salary. Title and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Excellent benefits -generous medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid vacation, commuter benefits, access to free shuttle transportation.

Gladstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other non-job related characteristic. We make all employment decisions so as to further this principle of equal employment.

Permanent