Sr HPLC Service Technician

As a CBRE Laboratory Instrument Services Sr. Technician, you will calibrate, maintain, and complete the major repairs of scientific instrumentation.

This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments.

• Provide daily support services to ensure open access LCMS and UPLC instrument are ready for operation
• Perform routine maintenance, repair, and calibration on a variety of laboratory equipment, that may include HPLC/UPLC systems, LCMS systems, gas chromatographs, incubators, centrifuge, balances, and microscope.
• Operate test equipment. This includes multimeters, temperature standards, optical standards and liquid flow meters.
• Coordinate the removal of equipment requiring extensive repairs during scheduled maintenance periods
• Troubleshoot, service or resolve problems while performing unscheduled work.
• Record and report abnormal functions or out-of-tolerance conditions of equipment. If needed, start corrective action and documentation.
• Review and document daily records of inspections, maintenance activity, repairs, and other work performed.
• Coordinate with external contractors on repairs covered by maintenance agreements. Communicate with customer staff and outside contractors about the calibration, repair, and operation of equipment.
• Locate part sources, estimate costs, and prepare requisitions.
• Track instrument and part reliability; make alternate service, supplier, and parts recommendations.
• Oversee the development of equipment, maintenance, and calibration procedures.
• Have some knowledge of standard principles with limited practical experience in applying them.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.
• Impact the quality of own work.
• Work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Exchange straightforward information, ask questions, and check for understanding.

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 2-3 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Must have appropriate license or certification where required by law.
• Requires knowledge, training, and experience related to analytical instrumentation to include HPLC/UPLC systems, gas chromatographs, LCMS systems
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to use existing procedures to solve standard problems.
• Experience with analyzing information and standard practices to make judgments.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook
• Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.
• Intermediate math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.