Facilities Technician III

Axiom Space; Georgia; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a resilient Facilities Technician to join our expanding Facilities team in Georgia. You will help expand and outfit facilities to meet growing business needs, solve complex building-system challenges, and maintain high standards of safety and organization.

You will coordinate with management, document progress, and implement agile project management practices throughout projects while contributing to a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma/GED or trade school equivalent.
• 5+ years of facilities experience.
• HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing experience preferred.
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
• Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges.
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all projects are completed efficiently and safely.
• Maintain and repair facilities and equipment.
• Provide scheduled and emergency repairs.
• Communicate with management.
• Oversee and install/repair HVAC systems, cabinets, partitions, shelves, drop ceilings, floors, doors, locks, faucets, water heaters, lighting, and related items.
• Comply with safety regulations and keep work areas clean and orderly.
• Operate and maintain shop equipment; experience with forklifts and cranes is a plus.
• Visit job sites daily to document quality, safety, and progress; report to stakeholders.

Skills

Facilities experience

HVAC experience

Electrical experience

Plumbing experience

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Documentation

Hands-on/mechanical background

Education

High school Diploma/GED or trade school equivalent

Job description

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com. Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace.

Position Summary

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Facilities Technician, our team is looking for an energetic and dynamic Facilities Technician who will primarily be responsible for aiding Axiom’s Facilities team with expanding and outfitting all our facilities to meet Axiom’s expanding business needs. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about thoughtful building systems and excels at problem solving. The role requires strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsibilities will include ensuring all projects are completed efficiently, and safely
• Maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment
• Provide scheduled and emergency/unscheduled repairs
• Communication with management
• Oversight & install/repair: HVAC systems, cabinets, partitions, shelves, drop ceilings, floors, doors, locks, faucets, water heaters, lighting, and related items
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Operating and Maintaining Shop Equipment
• Operating heavy machinery, such as forklifts, overhead cranes, and manlifts is a plus
• Visit job sites daily to document and ensure the quality, safety, and progress of the work
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school Diploma/GED or trade school equivalent.
• 5+ years of facilities experience.
• HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing experience preferred.
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
• Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges.
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.

Core Skills

• Passion for space and the mission.
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset.
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally.
• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster.
• Proven experience in a hands on/mechanical background.
• Computer skills such as Word and Excel.
• Basic understanding of technical aspects of HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical issues.
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot and repair mechanical, structural, plumbing, and electrical issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding organizational abilities.
• Must be able to work independently, take ownership and responsibility for all work done with attention to detail.
• Must be familiar with a wide variety of hand/power tools and be able to adapt to the use of new tools.
• Experience with gas piping systems for aerospace services, including nitrogen, helium, oxygen, and compressed air preferred.
• Must be available to work demanding schedules including overtime, weekends, and on-call duty.
• Ability to work in a fast pace, dynamic environment, under possible extended work hours and tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail, ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems.

Core Competencies

• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution
• Discipline
• Pride of Delivery

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements

This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment. Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).

Equipment and Machines

• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Axiom Space is building the world’s first commercial space station – Axiom Station. Serving as a cornerstone for sustained human presence in space, this next-generation orbital platform fosters groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity, and cultivates the vibrant, global space economy of tomorrow. Today, driven by the vision of leading humanity's journey off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services to the International Space Station and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and low-Earth orbit. Axiom Space is building era-defining space infrastructure that will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere.