NEIDL Control Tech I, National Emerging Infectious Disease Lab

limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Type Full-Time/Regular Monitors, adjusts, and maintains a comfortable and safe environment through the facilities' Building Automation Systems (BAS) and customer interaction. The control technician is the first responder to alarm conditions as relayed through the BAS. As such, the person is responsible for both dispatching appropriate response personnel and troubleshooting applicable systems through the BAS for probable cause and possible emote intervention. Must be able to respond quickly, accurately, and efficiently during Emergency situations, while providing a level of professionalism. Coordinates and assigns the activities of staff within Facilities Management and Environmental Health and Safety Departments by receiving and dispatching calls for service, requests for assistance and reports of emergency, contingency and disaster situations and by recording and assigning work to the NEIDL's Facilities Department. DUTIES: Monitor the NEIDL Building Automation System (BAS) for alerts and alarms. Make notifications of BAS alerts and alarms to NEIDL occupants. Coordinate initial emergency response with Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities, and Public Safety. Assist Facilities mechanics in performing maintenance on building systems and equipment by manipulating the BAS. Assist Facilities mechanics in troubleshooting and repairing controls equipment. Assist in testing of building systems. Assist with lab decontamination and re-commissioning by manipulating the BAS. Train on and follow established safety procedures including use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in all NEIDL laboratories. Other duties as assigned. Required Skills MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Must read, write, speak the English language proficiently. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license. Ability to work independently or in a group. Must successfully pass NEIDL and associated background checks as determined by the University at the time of hire, and continue to meet standards of the background check throughout the period of employment. Must be proficient with common computer software including Windows operating systems and office suites. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Experience with Siemens controls equipment. Experience in a high containment laboratory. Experience with HVAC systems. Experience with electrical system. The National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories (NEIDL) is part of a national network of secure facilities that study infectious diseases - whether they occur naturally or are introduced deliberately through bioterrorism. The NEIDL is dedicated to the development of diagnostics, vaccines and therapeutics to combat emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases. In addition to Bio Safety Level (BSL)-2 and BSL-3 laboratories, the NEIDL houses BSL-4 laboratories that will operate at the highest level of containment. The NEIDL will add to the growing life sciences industry in the region, throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and across the country. Individuals seeking affiliation with or employment within the NEIDL may be subject to the following suitability requirements. Failure to meet any of these requirements may result in ineligibility for employment or affiliation: Criminal Background Check: To be completed in accordance with BU Public Safety guidelines and all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Basic Background Check: Includes, but is not limited to, verification of: Social Security Number; Academic credentials; Past employment; Licenses and credentials; Sexual Offender Registry Information (SORI) check; RMV/DMV driving record, if required. Medical Clearance Process: includes Research Occupational Health Program (ROHP) evaluation, drug screening, initial psychological screening, and immunization/titer level review completed in accordance with NEIDL Medical Surveillance Policy for all employees working at the NEIDL. Training and Education: to be completed in accordance with Section 8, Ongoing Personnel Reliability Program, for all employees working at the NEIDL. Individuals seeking or required to have approval to work with Select Agents will be subject to the following additional requirements: Department of Justice Criminal Background Check and Fingerprinting: To be completed in accordance with CDC requirements as part of application to have access to Select Agents. Select Agent Use Approval: to be completed in accordance with all regulations including the requirements of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC), Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Please note, any individual working in the NEIDL facility and granted unescorted access, is subject to Periodic background reviews, including but not limited to: criminal background, drug screening, and behavioral evaluations. Periodic checks and regular renewals of security credentials, any applicable licenses, and verification of the successful completion of any required training at the facility. Search of person, clothing and effects prior to entry into or egress from NEIDL When applicable, individuals will be required to maintain all applicable clearances and licenses and to disclose any changes in circumstances that could compromise access to the facility. Continued employment/ affiliation is contingent upon strict adherence, at all times, to all applicable safety and security rules, procedures, and protocols, as well as required training regimens. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Required Skills Job Location: Boston, MA Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Salary Grade: $30.09-$42.00 To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/317494 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency je-451ddcced9834dfc8175cba215e4ebd8