Lab Equipment Maintenance Technician

Job Summary Are you ready to take your technical skills to the next level and make a real impact in a dynamic laboratory environment? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Health & Biosciences We channel our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life‑enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer, and industrial markets. The role is based in Palo Alto, CA (onsite). Be part of a motivated, customer‑focused, solution‑oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. Where You’ll Make a Difference Perform proactive and detailed maintenance across plumbing, electrical systems, and general building upkeep. Operate measurement equipment such as multimeters, gas meters, temperature meters, and airflow meters. Apply technical knowledge of alternating and direct current (AC/DC) voltages, liquid pressure, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, vacuum pumps, and water‑pumping equipment. Operate, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and inspect a wide range of laboratory equipment. Maintain critical laboratory utilities, including compressed air, reverse osmosis/deionized (RO/DI) water, natural gas, oxygen, nitrogen, and gas detection systems. Install soft and rigid tubing (1/8”–1/2”) for air, gas, and water applications. Prepare, install, relocate, and perform seismic bracing for laboratory and process equipment. Coordinate with external vendors and contractors to support specialized repairs and services. Support laboratory operations by working Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, with flexibility to cover alternative shifts (10:30 AM – 6:30 PM) for approximately 30 days, 2–3 times per year, as business needs require. What Makes You the Right Fit Positive, professional demeanor with a strong work ethic and a service‑oriented mindset. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, Teams). Detail‑oriented approach with a strong focus on cleanliness, safety, and timelines. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Comfortable communicating with internal customers to schedule repairs and complete work orders. Comfortable working at heights (ladders up to 15 feet) and performing physically demanding tasks. Ability to work in varied environmental conditions, including outdoor areas, cold rooms, and temperature‑ or humidity‑controlled environments. Availability to work overtime when required and to participate in an on‑call rotation to support after‑hours laboratory operations. Willingness to obtain respirator certification. High school diploma plus technical training (associate degree or trade school) and hands‑on experience in laboratory facilities maintenance. How Would You Stand Out? Knowledge of basic electrical principles, plumbing, refrigeration systems, and controls. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety training and powered industrial truck or forklift certification. Experience with gas detection systems and laboratory safety protocols. Why Choose Us? Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Opportunities for professional development and technical training. Inclusive, collaborative, and safety‑driven work environment. Commitment to innovation and sustainability. Be part of a global organization shaping solutions that improve everyday life. We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more Salary Ranges: $74872- $93590 At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products – advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. We value an inclusive, creative workplace where all individuals can thrive and do their best work. We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.