Vandenberg Space Force Base CA, US
$46-56k
Full Time
a month ago
Job description
ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE
Firefly Aerospace Inc. is an American end-to-end space transportation company committed to providing economical and convenient access to space for small payloads through the design, manufacture, and operation of reliable launch and spacecraft vehicles. Firefly’s launch vehicles utilize common technologies, manufacturing infrastructure, and launch capabilities, providing LEO launch solutions for up to ten metric tons of payload. Combined with Firefly’s in-space vehicles, such as the Space Utility Vehicle (SUV) and Blue Ghost Lunar Lander, Firefly provides the space industry with a single source for missions from LEO to the surface of the Moon or beyond. Firefly is headquartered in Cedar Park, TX. Our Facilities Technician is located at Vandenberg Air Force Base
SUMMARY
Firefly Facility Technicians within the launch group will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of launch site building and support systems. You will work as part of a small team requiring minimal supervision, so a self-starter is a must!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs routine inspections and repairs of exterior/interior facilities to include roofs, ceilings, walls, floors and fixtures.
- Performs carpentry and painting repairs; performs plumbing and minor electrical repairs; light concrete placement and repair; HVAC maintenance and repairs.
- Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks to include HVAC, generators, cranes, corrosion control, grounding systems and lightning protection systems.
- Maintains outdoor grounds and parking lots to be clean and free of debris.
- Coordinates and works with other vendors or contractors on larger multi-trade projects.
- Performs assembly and/or moving of furniture, racks, or other site equipment.
- Creates and/or completes maintenance work tickets providing the actions and procedures carried out to complete tasks.
- Provides general support during launch campaigns and launch day efforts.
- Responds to emergency situations during and after hours.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- 3+ years of facility or maintenance experience.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Suite.
- Ability to lift and manipulate 50 pounds.
- Ability to observe safety and security procedures and to comply with policies.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to follow schedules and keep commitments.
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism.
- Ability to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.
- Must be able to manage time efficiently and to work individually as well as within a team.
- Possess a valid “Real ID” driver’s license, and clean driving record.
- Ability to pass Space Force background checks for Vandenberg SFB, CA
Desired
- 5+ years experience as a handy-person or in a construction trade.
- Detailed knowledge in one or more of the following trades: electrical, plumbing, HVAC and refrigeration, concrete, or framing.
- Knowledge in Atlassian Software such as Confluence, Jira and Bitbucket
Compensation: $22.00-27.00/hour
Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, pet Insurance, and flexible PTO options.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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