POC/Facilities Maintenance Technician

Scaled Composites•Mojave, CA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Founded by Burt Rutan in 1982, Scaled Composites has been in the business of Designing, Building, and Flying unique airplanes (and occasionally spacecraft) for now over 40+ years. We are a modestly sized company, constantly building small teams of empowered and capable employees to achieve extraordinary accomplishments in aerospace. From the farthest (Global Flyer), to the largest (Stratolaunch), to the highest (SpaceShipOne, Proteus), and many in between, Scaled’s track record of innovation has pushed against and expanded some of the most stubborn corners of the flight envelope. The Facility Maintenance Technician POC performs a diverse range of skilled maintenance and construction activities pertaining to buildings and grounds. This professional is proficient in executing tasks with a high degree of expertise and can work autonomously or collaboratively with other Facility personnel. The Technician is instrumental in undertaking preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance assignments, thereby contributing to the seamless operation and optimal functioning of the facility.

Requirements

Ability to identify and fix electrical issues
Knowledge of HVAC systems and their maintenance
Proficiency in repairing and maintaining plumbing systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret documents, drawings and write detailed reports.
Knowledge of common tools, materials, equipment and methods used in carpentry, roofing, electrical, plumbing, painting and masonry trades.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, and the ability to learn how to effectively use maintenance software to input data and research parts.
Willingness to learn and apply new methods of building maintenance and repair.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proven safety record with the ability to identify safety issues and take corrective action.
Ability to effectively manage time by appropriately prioritizing work.
Willingness to work cooperatively with others to accomplish work goals and tasks.
Must be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relations with employees and customers.
Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a variety of commercial building maintenance, including but not limited to experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanics, and basic plumbing and electrical repairs
Post-secondary education and/or technical trade certificate
Occasional lifting 50+ lbs.
Must have sufficient agility to work in the interior of an aircraft structure. Will need to bend, stoop, squat, and/or kneel to occasionally work in cramped, tiring, and uncomfortable positions.
Ability to work overhead for prolonged periods of time including lifting up to 10-15 pounds.
Standing 95% of the day, sometimes 8.5 – 12 hours per day.
Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment for an assigned task.
Work with composite materials such as epoxy resin systems, fiberglass, carbon fiber, and foam/core products. Will also work closely with chemicals, such as acetone and alcohol.
May be exposed to dirt, oil, fuel, grease, and hydraulic fluids.
Able to adapt to altered schedules.
Occasional pushing/pulling of heavy tools and tables (75-100 + lbs., with assistance).
Manual dexterity to handle small parts, and tools and to manipulate composite material to various shapes using pressure.
Repetitive hand and arm motions including, but not limited to, trimming, sanding, and/or grinding of materials.
Occasional sitting computer work
Vision at close distances and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to operate a forklift and/or other heavy machinery including occasional driving of company-owned vehicles.
Must be able to pass and maintain ‘pass’ status on OSHA-approved Pulmonary Fitness Test (PFT) in order to wear a respirator for prolonged periods of time.
Work on varied work surfaces/environments, including but not limited to working in a busy shop environment, cold room, or in/on aircraft structures including raised platforms including but not limited to ladders, scaffolding, and stairs.
Work may be performed inside or outside of buildings. May be exposed to changing weather conditions.
Must be able to read and understand SDS.

Responsibilities

Acts as primary Point of Contact (POC) on assigned project/tasking.
Troubleshooting and repairing failures of production and facilities equipment.
Ensuring maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness.
Responsible for the upkeep of buildings and perform related work as required.
Performing the upkeep of buildings and equipment.
Ensuring safety standards are used in compliance with all company, local, city, state and federal guidelines.