Senior Facilities Technician

Vast•Mojave, CA

13h•$37 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

Vast is looking for a Senior Facilities Technician, reporting to the Facilities Manager – Mojave Test Site, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations and the E-2 LOX/Kerosene oxidizer-rich staged combustion engine. This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Mojave Test Site location.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
4+ years of facilities and/or maintenance experience
Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, unassisted
Must be able to stand for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
Must have a valid CA driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Experience with facilities within an aerospace industry
Experience in construction, project management, equipment maintenance, and tenant improvements
Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R), concrete, framing, and industrial gas trade
Knowledge of basic engineering and construction principles and methods
Familiar with industrial air fittings and maintenance
Able to read instructions and blueprints
Experience in a fast-paced work environment
Self-motivated and works well with others
Manage company provided set of basic maintenance tools
Safety training and use of forklifts, scissor lifts, cranes & hoists, fall protection equipment

Responsibilities

Schedule and/or perform routine building maintenance tasks including troubleshooting and repair of plumbing, electrical, HVAC and/or carpentry requests
Complete various break/fix repairs to the facilities and premises as assigned. Some examples could include painting, patching walls, replacing ceiling tiles, assembling furniture, office equipment, and kitchen equipment, installing, replacing, and repairing carpet, tiles, etc.
Day to day management of various contractors
Perform job walk-downs with vendors, engineers, supervisors, and managers
Track all work in the Facilities CMMS system
Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts when needed