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Maintenance Technician III

Abbott · WI · $22.45–$44.85 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 21, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you found a safety issue at work. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report and address safety problems, which the posting makes a core duty.

How do you work with outside vendors or a property owner on a repair?

What they are checking: Whether they coordinate well with others to get work done on time.

Tell me about a process improvement you suggested in a maintenance role.

What they are checking: Whether they contribute to improvement, which the posting asks for.

What would you do

This shift runs Sunday through Wednesday, 10 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. How do you handle a breakdown in the middle of the night?

What they are checking: Whether they can troubleshoot independently and know when to call for on-call or vendor help.

A lab freezer alarm goes off at 3 a.m. Walk me through what you do.

What they are checking: Whether they act fast to protect samples and follow the response procedure.

About the work

What experience do you have with HVAC, refrigeration, electrical and control systems?

What they are checking: Whether they can cover the wide range of systems the posting lists.

How does working in a GMP and clinical facility change the way you do maintenance?

What they are checking: Whether they understand documentation, cleanliness and change rules in regulated spaces.

How do you manage spare parts so you are not stuck waiting when something fails?

What they are checking: Whether they think ahead to reduce equipment downtime.

Tell me about a preventive maintenance task you think people skip too often.

What they are checking: Whether they understand why preventive work matters to uptime.

How do you document your work so the day crew knows exactly what happened overnight?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate clearly across shifts.

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The full job description

As published by Abbott.

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Position Overview The Maintenance Technician will perform general repairs and preventive maintenance. Supported systems and equipment will be facility related mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, refrigeration, control systems, and equipment located within office, R&D, GMP and Clinical locations. The Maintenance Technician will provide support to ongoing process and procedure improvement and may also assist in a backup capacity to the Senior Maintenance Technician in a variety of ways including, but not limited to, repairs and maintenance and assisting with projects and on-call coverage. Scheduled Shift Sunday- Wednesday, 10:00 pm- 8:30 am Essential Duties Include but are not limited to the following: • Communicate facility and safety related issues that arise from daily operations to the Facilities Management to coordinate with internal customers, property owner and/or outside vendors. • Assist the team in managing spare parts for facility utilities and supplies as needed to minimize equipment downtime. • Provide assistance in support of the facility and utility systems including but not limited to electrical distribution, plumbing, HVAC, compressed air systems, fire and life safety systems and emergency power. • Enter, prioritize and complete work orders in the CMMS system. • Complete miscellaneous facility projects including furniture/employee moves, mounting and hanging fixtures/art, remodeling and other facility improvements. • Execute preventive maintenance and demand maintenance tasks with proper documentation and closure. • Conduct daily, weekly and monthly building inspections to assess the current operational condition, document findings, and take appropriate follow up action following applicable procedures. • React to loss of electrical power and other utility outages, as well as assist in restoration efforts following weather related events. • Monitor and respond to facility system alarms following proper procedures. • Follow standard operating procedures (SOP) and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) requirements. • Recommend changes to equipment to improve safety, performance, and reliability. • Maintain compliance with all regulatory standards, including but not limited to GMP, OSHA, FDA and USDA. • Participate and perform in the on-call program for emergency service. • Provide technical support and expertise with oversight from Sr Maintenance Technician for building infrastructure, systems, and controls to maintain efficient and reliable operation, including the completion of accurate and contemporaneous GMP documentation. • Assist with technical support of all automated infrastructure equipment as required. • Ensure contractor compliance with EHS polices regarding contractors. • Implement and improve preventive maintenance procedures. • Willing to learn and expand tradecraft skills. • Ability to learn new technologies, systems, and equipment quickly and proficiently. • Strong documentation skills and attention-to-detail. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Proven ability to work effectively in team situations as well as independently. • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to adapt to a quickly changing work environment with rapidly changing needs and requests. • Independent self-starter with positive attitude and above average organizational skills. • Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork. • Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures. • Maintain regular and reliable attendance. • Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization. • Ability to work designated schedule. • Ability to work nights and/or weekends. • Ability to work overtime as needed. • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 10% of a typical working day. • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day. • Ability to work standing for approximately 75% of a typical working day. • Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 10% of a typical working day. • Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height. • Ability to use hand and power tools, climb ladders, enter tight spaces requiring awkward postures. • Ability to work on a computer and phone simultaneously. • Ability to use a telephone through a headset. • Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements. • Ability to work with hazardous or flammable materials so as not to endanger oneself or others. • Ability and means to travel between local Exact Sciences locations. • Ability to travel 5% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel. Minimum Qualifications • Associates degree in electrical or mechanical maintenance-related field; or high school diploma or general education degree and 2 years of experience in lieu of Associates degree. • 4+ years of experience working in a building maintenance, construction, or mechanical repair setting. • 4+ years of experience operating hand tools, small power tools, multi-meters and various test equipment. • Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, compressed air, and other related facility systems. • Ability to read, interpret and understand documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, procedure manuals and blueprints. • Basic computer skills to include Internet navigation, Email usage, and word processing. • Proficient in Microsoft Office to include Excel macros and pivot tables and Word mail merge. • Possession of a valid driver's license; no suspended, revoked, surrendered, invalid, etc. allowed. • No more than two moving violations, events, or accidents within the last 36 months. • No alcohol or drug event in which a vehicle was driven by the candidate or employee, including but not limited to Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) failure, refusal to submit to alcohol or drug test, alcohol related suspension, etc. in the last 36 months. • No other results from the Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check that exposes Exact Sciences to what Exact Sciences deems to be an unacceptable level of liability. • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. • Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation. Preferred Qualifications • Certification in Maintenance related area. The base pay for this position is $22.45 – $44.85/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Facilities & Maintenance DIVISION: ONCO Cancer Diagnostics LOCATION: United States > Madison : 650 Forward Dr ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 10 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

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