Facilities and Maintenance Technician II

Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy; Hawaii; On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,052; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy is seeking a Facility Maintenance Technician II to join the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope (DKIST) team in Hawaii. Responsibilities include maintaining facility cleanliness, servicing common areas, and supporting general maintenance. Candidates must have a high school diploma, at least one year of relevant experience, and the physical ability to perform tasks. Salary ranges from $25.00 to $29.80 per hour, with additional benefits available.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in an industrial environment or facility maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and follow directions.
• Good reading, writing, and speaking skills for documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning tasks to keep the Observatory facility clean and operable.
• Notify managers of needed major repairs and maintain cleaning records.
• Inspect and prevent pests in facilities and vehicles.

Skills

General maintenance tools

Cleaning skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

High school or vocational school graduation

Tools

Forklifts

Scissor lifts

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Facility Maintenance Technician II

Join the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope (DKIST) team at the National Solar Observatory (NSO) and play a vital role in maintaining one of the world’s most advanced solar research facilities. As a facility maintenance technician you will support the cleanliness and upkeep of critical environments by performing cleanroom‑quality cleaning alongside standard janitorial tasks across the observatory and its ancillary spaces.

Essential Functions

• Perform cleaning tasks to keep the Observatory facility and equipment clean and operable, including specialized cleaning in machinery spaces and optical clean rooms, sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, wiping, vacuuming building interiors.
• Sanitize equipment and surfaces, following procedures for chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Service and maintain common areas, gather, dispose of rubbish, and keep vehicle interiors/exteriors free of pests.
• Use vehicles, including vans and industrial trucks, to travel within the site and clean fleet vehicle interiors/exteriors.
• Inspect and prevent pests and invasive species in facility, vehicles, and storage yard, using appropriate PPE when distributing insecticides, pesticides, or fumigants.
• Notify managers of needed major repairs and work with senior technicians to request, inventory, and acquire supplies and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning activities, timekeeping, inventory requests, and support senior technicians in weather‑related leak detection, filter inspection, furniture moving, and other maintenance duties.
• Ensure compliance with AURA property management policies, government award terms, and applicable safety standards, reporting unsafe conditions and practices.

Desired Functions

• Assist in general maintenance of all structures and installations, including installation, repair, and maintenance of building components.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, reach machines, and other equipment for cleaning, maintenance, and material handling.
• Perform other general maintenance activities as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

• High school or vocational school graduation.
• Minimum one year of experience in an industrial environment or facility maintenance.
• Knowledge and ability to use general maintenance tools, materials, methods, and practices.
• Ability to work independently, follow directions, cooperate in a team, read and interpret blueprints, and use basic computer skills for tasking and record‑keeping.
• Good reading, writing, and speaking skills for documentation and communication.
• Physical ability to perform required tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds, and a valid state driver’s license (and ability to obtain a GSA license).
• Awareness of the cultural and biological significance of the site.

Physical Demands

• Requires sitting, standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Requires close vision, depth perception, color discrimination, and ability to adjust focus.
• Requires sufficient mobility, dexterity, and auditory capacity to perform tasks without assistive aids.
• Requires working at heights with appropriate PPE, ability to work at 10,000’ elevation, occasional travel between mainland US and Hawaiian Islands.
• Shifts may include early mornings, nights, and weekends.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $25.00 to $29.80 per hour. Benefits include paid time off, retirement plan contributions, and a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This Institute promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, including reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Location: Haleakala (DKIST) facility.