Field Equipment Technician

The Tatitlek Corporation; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tatitlek Corporation seeks a maintenance specialist for CBR-related systems. You will calibrate CBR equipment, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and help manage decontamination units and mail-processing gear to secure operations.

Responsibilities include developing SOPs, updating SDS, maintaining logs and records, and coordinating with engineers. A SECRET clearance or ability to obtain one is required, with valid driver's license and reliable transport.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years of CBR (military) or HAZMAT Technician background.
• Knowledge of chemical, biological, radiological detection, calibration and maintenance.
• Ability to reference technical manuals and follow directions from engineers.

Responsibilities

• CBR calibration, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting errors.
• Perform decontamination systems maintenance, setup and breakdown.
• Develop SOPs and update SDS and maintenance records.
• 4+ year background needed for security clearance eligibility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CBR calibration

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

SOP development

SDS updates

Microsoft Office

SECRET clearance

Driver's license

COTS CBRN equipment

Tools

COTS CBRN equipment

Job description

Overview

Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY

Responsible for the maintenance recordkeeping and oversight of all Chemical, Biological, and Radiological (CBR) Detection systems as well as mail processing equipment, sensors, decontamination units and associated equipment to maintain mail security and the security of the operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• CBR calibration, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting errors.
• Perform decontamination systems preventative maintenance, set up and break down.
• Perform basic concepts in environmental field sampling.
• Develop equipment maintenance standard operating procedures (SOP), updating Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and maintenance record management.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSURE

• Minimum of four (4) years of CBR (military) and/or HAZMAT Technician (Civilian) background with in-depth knowledge of chemical, biological, and radiological detection to include operator level (or higher) calibration, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Knowledge of applicable operations and maintenance codes and regulations.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft computer applications.
• Experience in commercial off the shelf (COTS) CBRN equipment consumables inventory, shelf-life management and re-ordering.
• Experience in basic concepts in environmental field sampling.
• Experience in writing equipment maintenance standard operating procedures (SOP), updating Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and maintenance record management.
• Basic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to reference and utilize technical manuals as needed.
• Ability to follow technical directions from product engineers or technicians.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

PREFERRED

• Active SECRET clearance preferred.
• Experience in decontamination systems preventative maintenance, set up and break down.
• 10- or 30-hour OSHA certification preferred (but not mandatory).
• Current CPR/First aid certification preferred (but not mandatory).
• Basic information technology and electronics experience beneficial (but not mandatory).
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate the work requirements with various staff and subcontractors. Ability to prioritize, organize and work well under stress and maintain deadlines. Ability to be flexible and adapt to constant change. Ability to work flexible hours in order to meet deadlines. Knowledge of acceptable workspace safety practices including occupational safety and health regulations. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing with internal and external clients and co-workers. Ability to follow direction is a must. Must be comfortable with high intensity work environment.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

TRAVEL

None.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

DoD Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. In addition, a satisfactory background screening, negative drug test, positive references and proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required. As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected Veteran’s status or employment.

BENEFITS

For more information please visit https://careers-tatitlek.icims.com/

Salary

$50.12/hourly