Construction Technician

JT4•Magna, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges. Working under general technical guidance, a Construction Technician must have knowledge of skilled trades (i.e. electrical, structural, carpentry and / or plumbing assemblies) with preference given to those with a higher skill level in heavy equipment and mechanics. The technician will be performing work such as installation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, modifying, construction and testing.

Requirements

An associate's degree or higher from an accredited college; or technical schooling in construction trades, with courses in math, basic electronics, and microwave theory; or a military equivalent and a minimum of seven (7) years of hands-on experience are required for this position.
International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) certification (JT4 will assist you in getting this, must be done within the first year of employment)
Knowledge in building trades
Working knowledge of a second trade either through on the job training or continuing education helpful
Possess a working knowledge of technical terminology and language structure related to a variety of mechanical equipment / systems supported by the work unit
Must have basic computer operating skills and knowledge of applications, software and database usage sufficient to maintain records and files
Must have good verbal & written communication skills
Required to qualify for and maintain government security clearance
Must have a valid, current state-issued driver's license (CDL preferred)
U.S. citizenship

Nice To Haves

higher skill level in heavy equipment and mechanics
CDL preferred

Responsibilities

Performs electrical/carpentry work in the construction trades, maintenance, repair, remodeling and alteration of building structures and facilities according to work orders or verbal instructions by using hand and power tools to install and repair systems, buildings and associated structures
Examine blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications to locate and diagnose / troubleshoot faults / issues
Practices preventative maintenance of tools and equipment by performing spot checks of equipment to determine their working condition, oiling moving parts, cleaning and servicing tools and equipment as directed or specified in the operator's manual and returning damaged tools and equipment for repair or replacement
Always comply with codes and customer requirements
Assist, instruct and/or provide work directions to lower-level technicians
Perform other job-related duties, as required.
Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.