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Key Responsibilities

Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call.

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00am – 5:00pm. Key Responsibilities Assist with the setup, operation, cleaning, maintenance, repair,

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This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

The Equipment Support Specialist provides hands‑on technical support for the operation, maintenance, repair, and upkeep of fermentation and related process equipment in the Bioeconomy Institute Lansing pilot plant. This role supports day‑to‑day equipment readiness and functionality by assisting with equipment setup, cleaning, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and documentation. The position works closely with technical staff to ensure equipment is maintained in accordance with safety protocols, operational requirements, and applicable procedures. This is a temporary position and offers up to 29 hours per week during operations hours Monday through Friday from 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Responsibilities

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Assist with the setup, operation, cleaning, maintenance, repair, and upgrade of fermentation vessels and related process equipment

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Perform routine mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, appliances, and other process or facility equipment

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Support troubleshooting activities by assisting with diagnostics, equipment inspections, and basic repair procedures

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Safely use hand tools, power tools, meters, and standard shop equipment to support maintenance and repair activities

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Assist with agitation systems and other processing equipment as assigned

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Support cleaning, sanitation, chemical handling, and equipment preparation activities, including CIP or related protocols, as applicable

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Organize parts and materials; track inventory; move equipment; maintain supplies; and support equipment and maintenance records

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Read and follow written and verbal instructions, safety requirements, and basic equipment manuals or technical documentation

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Work safely in the pilot plant while adhering to established safety procedures and protocols

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Perform other technical support duties as assigned to support operational needs

Requirements

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High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum of three (3) years of relevant hands‑on technical experience

Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with willingness to learn new systems and processes

Experience supporting or performing mechanical repairs on pumps, motors, appliances, process equipment, or similar equipment

Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and standard shop equipment

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and comply with safety requirements

Ability to comprehend basic equipment manuals and technical documents

Ability to organize parts, track inventory, move equipment, and maintain supplies and records

Physical ability to bend, kneel, climb, stand for extended periods, and lift or carry up to 50 pounds

Associate’s degree in a technical or mechanical field preferred

Interest in or experience with biotechnology, fermentation, food processing, brewing, or related technical environments

Experience working in sterile, sanitary, controlled, or regulated environments

Experience in a pilot plant, fermentation facility, biotechnology setting, food processing operation, brewery, laboratory, or manufacturing environment

Familiarity with fermentation vessels, tanks, pumps, valves, hoses, fittings, clamps, piping, sensors, motors, and related process equipment

Experience with agitation systems or similar processing equipment

Familiarity with electronics, controls, basic diagnostics, or repair work

Experience with preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment setup, repairs, upgrades, or changeovers

Experience with cleaning, sanitation, chemical handling, or equipment preparation protocols

Experience organizing parts, maintaining inventory, tracking tools or equipment, and documenting maintenance activities

Ability to read basic equipment manuals, diagrams, parts lists, maintenance instructions, or SOPs

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

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STANDARD 8-5

Physical ability to bend, kneel, climb, stand for extended periods, and lift or carry up to 50 pounds

Advertised: Jun 19, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jul 3, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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