Position Description

Maintenance Technician
Location Rockville, MD
Job Function Operations
Employment Status Regular, Full-Time
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We are in search of an experienced Maintenance Technician for a position assigned to a first class, Biotech facility at a flagship Alexandria property. This individual will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of all building systems, operate the building in an efficient manner, and perform a variety of tenant services while maintaining positive tenant relations in accordance with the Company's established operational and safety procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform preventive maintenance on air handling units, roof top units, exhaust fans, cooling towers, unit heaters, pumps, hot water boilers, steam boilers, water softeners, RO/DI system, BAS (Siemens) emergency generator operation, life safety-fire panel and electrical background.
  • Check and change light bulbs/lamps, replace Sloan valve fittings, patch and paint, pick up trash around the properties, sweep and mop mechanical rooms, penthouses, chiller plant and electrical/data closets.
  • Required to professionally represent the Company as the on-site representative and secondary contact for the tenants of the facility.
  • Reading, understanding, and working with applicable Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Completion of various types of documentation and required reports, including logbooks, work orders, etc.
  • Act as a team player in a diverse environment and be eager to learn the operation and maintenance of a Class A biotech facility.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years of related experience required.
  • Biotech facility experience desired.
  • Availability to be on call every 7 weeks for a whole week and be available when an emergency arrives to come in and help the team (overtime compensation will be offered).
  • Required to climb a ladder, lift/move up to 15 lbs. unassisted, some manual dexterity to hold and use hand tools.
  • Responsible individual who is looking to learn and grow in the field of building engineering.
  • Must possess a willingness to assist with all phases of building maintenance and operations.

The expected base hourly wage range for this position is $33.66 to $36.06 USD hourly, plus annual discretionary bonus. This hourly wage range is an estimate, and the actual hourly wage may vary based on the consideration of many factors, which may include, but are not limited to: the individual’s knowledge, experience, education, qualifications, skills, job location, and the Company’s compensation practices.

Alexandria wouldn’t be the company we are without our incredible people, and we are pleased to provide the following industry-leading and comprehensive benefits:

  • 100% company-paid premiums (top-tier health, dental, and vision plan for you and your family)
  • Generous 401(k) profit sharing plan
  • Ample paid vacation and holiday time
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous rewards and recognitions
  • Charitable gift matching
  • Annual paid time off for volunteering
  • Wellness and fitness incentives
  • Mentoring and career development opportunities
  • Life insurance, disability plans, and an Employee Assistance Program

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE: ARE), an S&P 500® company, is a best-in-class, mission-driven life science REIT making a positive and lasting impact on the world. With our founding in 1994, Alexandria pioneered the life science real estate niche. Alexandria is the preeminent and longest-tenured owner, operator, and developer of collaborative MegacampusTM ecosystems in AAA life science innovation cluster locations, including Greater Boston, the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, Seattle, Maryland, Research Triangle, and New York City. Alexandria has a longstanding and proven track record of developing Class A/A+ properties clustered in highly dynamic and collaborative Megacampus environments that enhance our tenants' ability to successfully recruit and retain world-class talent and inspire productivity, efficiency, creativity, and success. Alexandria also provides strategic capital to transformative life science companies through our venture capital platform, Alexandria Venture Investments. For more information, please visit www.are.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, marital status, registered domestic partner status, family-care status, veteran status, military status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance.

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