Facilities Assistant III

<h2>Job Overview:</h2><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Covance is hiring a Facilities Assistant III to join our dynamic team!  Get ready to redefine what’s possible and discover your extraordinary potential at Covance. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to personally advance healthcare and make a difference in peoples’ lives with your bold ideas and unique point of view. With the support of exceptional people from across the globe and an energized purpose, you’ll be empowered to own your career journey with mentoring, training and personalized development planning. </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Collects non-halogenated hazardous waste three times per week.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Collections halogenated hazardous waste once per week.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Collects infectious waste once per week. </span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Documents waste collection and maintains a spreadsheet record. </span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Conducts radiation surveys of common areas as directed by the radiation safety officer.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Organize and maintain common tool and part rooms.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Change light bulbs.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Perform fork lift operational duties.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Assemble equipment when required.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">May perform cleaning and housekeeping assignments.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Accurately document and perform simple corrective maintenance work orders. </span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Works with engine-powered equipment and vehicles to perform a variety of maintenance tasks with more skilled personnel.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Other related duties as assigned.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Attend mandatory training as required.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Must be able to work in animal room environments.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Exposure to external temperature and weather extremes and occasion.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time. </span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Must be able to move full 55-gallon drums with a drum mover.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Must be able to wear negative and positive pressure respirators</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">May work with potentially hazardous substances.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Overtime and weekend work as required.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Mandatory immunizations and screening as required.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Climbing ladders and working in confined spaces may be necessary.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 12pt;">Exposure to greases, oil, solvents, additives and live steam may be expected.</span></p><h2>Education/Qualifications:</h2><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">High School Diploma or GED equivalent.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Basic knowledge and skills in shop and hand tool use, care and maintenance. </span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to obtain Lift Truck Certification. </span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to obtain 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certificate.</span></p><h2>Experience:</h2><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Three years experience in facilities related capacity.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Basic computer knowledge.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Basic math skills.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to accurately read and record information.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></p>