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Staff Utility Mechanic

Portland, OR · On-site

$21.75 - $29.25/hr

Able to fabricate basic items used in manufacturing environments such as machine guarding, and ... At Twist Bioscience, we work in service of people who are changing the world for the better. In ...

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Do workers at Twist Bioscience get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
86% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Does Twist Bioscience pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
86% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Is the health insurance from Twist Bioscience affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Twist Bioscience?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and March 2026.

Do workers at Twist Bioscience worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
100% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
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Do Twist Bioscience workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
100% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
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How easy is it to get time off at Twist Bioscience?

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86% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do Twist Bioscience managers change schedules at the last minute?

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100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

Do jobs at Twist Bioscience spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Twist Bioscience?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
100% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

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Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
71% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Twist Bioscience get to take their breaks without interruption?

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71% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

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100% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
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50% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

Do people at Twist Bioscience recommend working with their team?

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57% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Twist Bioscience?

Most people got enough training when they started.
71% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Twist Bioscience?

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In the last year, 57% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
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Do people think Twist Bioscience’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

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71% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
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Do workers feel well informed about how Twist Bioscience is doing?

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71% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
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Staff Utility Mechanic

Staff Utility Mechanic

Twist Bioscience

Portland, OR • On-site

$21.75 - $29.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Twist Bioscience rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

The primary function of the Staff Utility Mechanic is to maintain, troubleshoot and repair all the site's mechanical and facility systems in a fast-paced DNA synthesis environment. They will support the site's goals by supporting the collecting of data, maintain documentation, troubleshoot, perform general, routine and preventative maintenance on all equipment, facility systems and support vendors and outside contractors during service calls as needed. The ideal candidate would be self-motivated and perform other production duties as required.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Capable of reading P&ID's, schematics and detailed repair drawings related to equipment and machinery
  • Move equipment if required for repair or maintenance to avoid contamination or workplace safety hazards
  • Work with a range of hand tools including measuring tools, welding and brazing equipment.
  • Able to fabricate basic items used in manufacturing environments such as machine guarding, and conveyor supports.
  • Proficient utilizing Manual Milling Machines, Lathes, Brakes, Shears, etc...
  • Troubleshooting, repairing, inspecting and/or replacing mechanical components such as motors, reducers, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates.
  • Align machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and plumb bobs.
  • Insert shims, adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts.
  • Shrink-fit bushings, sleeves, rings, liners, gears, and wheels to specified items, using portable gas heating equipment.
  • Utilize a CMMS system to document the execution of corrective, reactive and preventative repair activities.
  • Operation, troubleshooting and repair of HVAC systems, Boilers, RO/DI Water Generation, Compressors and Vacuum Systems.
  • Safely utilize Forklifts, Powered and Non-Powered Trucks.
  • Execute Corrective, Reactive, Predictive and Preventative Maintenance on all Facility and Utility systems.
  • Support continuous improvement of Safety Procedures, Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Maintain Facility and Utility Critical Spare Parts
  • Work with mechanical contractors when they are on site
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Minimum Position Qualifications:
  • Understand and have a basic working knowledge of AC and DC electrical equipment such as batteries, control stations, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, timers, servo driven equipment, photo electrical devices, transducers, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's) and encoders
  • Minimum of 2yrs experience with Welding, Machining and working with Sheet Metal
  • Minimum of 2yrs experience in troubleshooting, repairing, inspecting and/or replacing mechanical components for HVAC, Vacuum, RO Water, Boilers, Chillers, Cooling Towers and Compressors.
  • Minimum of 3yrs experience completing preventative maintenance on Utility and/ or Production equipment in a manufacturing facility.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to lift 40 lbs. on a regular basis.
  • Must be able to work from elevated heights, climb ladders and elevation platforms.
  • Must be able to work in clean room environment
  • Must be able to work with hand tools and basic machine shop equipment
  • Must be team oriented and self-motivated.
  • Must be familiar with Lock Out Tag Out
  • Must have basic computer skills and be able to complete spreadsheets, presentations and work within a CMMS system.
  • Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Minimum 18 years of age
  • High School Diploma or GED
About Twist Bioscience
Twist Bioscience synthesizes genes from scratch, known as "writing" DNA. Just as children learn to both read and write, the next phase of development for the genomics revolution is the ability to write DNA.
At Twist Bioscience, we work in service of people who are changing the world for the better. In fields such as health care, agriculture, industrial chemicals and data storage, our unique silicon-based DNA Synthesis Platform provides precision at a scale that is otherwise unavailable to our customers.
Twist Bioscience Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Twist Bioscience Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic characteristics, or any other category protected by law.

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