Facilities Technician

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Job description

About Us:

Vaxart is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a range of oral recombinant vaccines based on its proprietary delivery platform. Vaxart vaccines are administered using convenient room temperature-stable tablets that can be stored and shipped without refrigeration.

Vaxart has demonstrated that its proprietary tablet vaccine delivery platform is suitable to deliver recombinant vaccines, positioning the company to develop oral versions of currently marketed vaccines and to design recombinant vaccines for new indications. Its development programs currently include tablet vaccines designed to protect against coronavirus, norovirus, seasonal influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as well as a therapeutic vaccine for human papillomavirus (HPV), Vaxart's first immuno-oncology indication.

Our mission is the promotion of global health through the development of effective vaccines that can be administered by tablet rather than by injection, providing for the simple and efficient distribution and administration of safe vaccines in any setting.

We are looking for a Facilities Technician to join our growing South San Francisco team!

Summary:

The Facilities Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of Vaxart's buildings and equipment. The Facilities Technician monitors daily operations and oversees heating, lighting, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water purification, air filtering, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities:

• Performs corrective and preventive maintenance work orders on manufacturing equipment, facility, and utility systems (e.g., HVAC, process equipment, biological safety cabinets, cryogenic equipment, cold rooms, low temperature refrigerators and freezers) and support utilities (e.g., chilled and heating water systems, compressed air, process gases).
• Submits maintenance requests and performs work orders, ensuring that work is executed professionally, efficiently and with minimum amount of disruption.
• Locally and remotely monitor, operate, and troubleshoot facility and utility systems applicable to manufacturing using utilizing automated Building Management System (BMS) and Process Control System (PCS).
• Performs equipment rounds and record equipment data on log sheet.
• Coordinates corrective and preventive maintenance activities, when applicable.
• Monitor contractor's performance and work closely with outside vendors to ensure work is completed according to specifications.
• Responds effectively to emergencies and support after-hours, as needed.
• Maintains machinery, equipment, and tools in working order.
• Ensure clean rooms and general facility are maintained in optimum conditions.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Complies with all applicable regulations including FDA cGMP's, 21 CFR Part 11 and OSHA for the operation and maintenance of utilities and equipment and safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Performs other maintenance duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School diploma (or G.E.D.) required. Relevant trade certification, college or vocational training in engineering or facilities a plus.
• 2+ years in a facilities role including the operation and maintenance of manufacturing related process equipment and HVAC/Utilities.
• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Must be willing to work in clean spaces requiring cleanroom gowning.
• Experience working in computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Vaccination Requirement:

Vaxart has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy which requires our employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID as a condition of employment. Vaxart will make reasonable accommodations for valid exemptions based on disability, medical, or religious reasons. Vaxart prioritizes sound science and available facts to best ensure the ongoing safety of our employees and the community.

Vaxart offers team members a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a robust health plan, bonus program, stock options, 401K with employer matching, tuition assistance, and work life balance.

Vaxart is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for all applicants and employees. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees in personnel actions, which include recruiting and hiring, selection for training, promotion, rates of pay or other compensation, transfer, discipline, demotion, and layoff or termination. Vaxart does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, family medical history or genetic information, citizenship, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, military status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

Vaxart offers team members a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a bonus program, stock options, 401K with employer matching, tuition assistance, and work life balance.

Vaxart is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for all applicants and employees. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees in personnel actions, which include recruiting and hiring, selection for training, promotion, rates of pay or other compensation, transfer, discipline, demotion, and layoff or termination. Vaxart does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, family medical history or genetic information, citizenship, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, military status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.