Facilities Technician

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Facilities Technician
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Facilities Technician to support our Electrophysiology medical device business. This position is based at our three-building site in Little Canada. In Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) business, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.
What You’ll Work On
Performing preventative, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance, including repairs, installations, modifications, and safety checks on facility equipment.
Documenting maintenance activities using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Responsible for repairs to buildings including, but not limited to, repairs to walls, ceilings, doors, painting, etc.
Repairs single and three phase electrical systems, such as air compressors, hydraulic pumps and three phase motors including HVAC and plumbing repairs.
Helps manage the treatment and purity of cooling water systems related to HVAC condenser water and chill water processes.
Reading and interpreting technical drawings and electrical, pneumatic, plumbing, and hydraulic schematics
Must have a minimum of a special boilers licenses or ability to obtain a boiler license within one year of employment. Must maintain this license going forward.
Utilizing systems and software including Microsoft Office, SAP, Windchill, and Infor EAM (CMMS)
Maintains HVAC equipment associated with Data centers such as Generators, UPS units, power distribution units, chillers , Liebert units, gas release fire suppression systems.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
2+ years of experience in an industrial maintenance or automation environment.
Hands-on experience with industrial electricity, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair Facility equipment.
Strong understanding of maintenance terminology, tools, and processes.
Basic computer proficiency and experience working with maintenance software systems.
Ability to follow verbal and written procedures with accuracy.
Strong customer service mindset.
Occasional overtime is a requirement of this position.
Duties regularly involve moderate to heavy body and strength movements, including lifting (up to approximately 50 lbs.), moving, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing and crawling. Performs tasks, which regularly involve the use of good to excellent correctable vision and hand/eye coordination.
Must have general knowledge of heating and cooling systems for general facilities operations and controlled environment operations
Be able respond to after hour call in’s on a 24/7 basis or willing to work pre scheduled call in weeks on a rotating shift with the facilities team
What We Offer
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
Paid time off
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
Apply Now
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is
$21.55 – $43.05/hour
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:Facilities & Maintenance
DIVISION:EP Electrophysiology
LOCATION:United States > Minnesota > St. Paul > Lillehei : One Lillehei Plaza
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:Standard
TRAVEL:No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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