General Maintenance Technician

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin in Merritt Island, FL seeks a facilities technician to maintain HVAC and building systems across our large campus. You will respond to trouble calls, support events, and help ensure safe, reliable operations in a high-tech space environment.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, use hand tools and shop equipment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Prolonged standing and walking in indoor/outdoor environments.
• Ability to work with little supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance around the building (structural, doors/windows, walls).
• Repair plumbing to prevent water damage and restore fixtures.
• Repair electrical wiring issues as needed.
• Maintain HVAC equipment for climate control.
• Manage and track service tickets with timely resolution.
• Support company events and assist with facility-related projects.
• Install, repair, and maintain fixtures and furnishings.
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards to ensure compliance.
• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Assist with facility improvements (painting, sealing, minor construction).

Skills

Heavy lifting

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Tools

Electronic hand tools

Precision instruments

Drill press

Grinder

Saws

Wire-wrap station

Crimp station

Solder station

Job description

Application Close Date

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations. We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a hardworking team of facilities specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will play a critical role in the daily operations and maintenance of our state-of-the-art HVAC and other environmental control systems. With nearly 2M square feet of buildings and 500 acres of property and associated utilities, you will not only be responsible for the HVAC and their associated controls, but also in responding to trouble calls where your skills may also apply. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities

• Performing routine maintenance around the building such as fixing structural damage, for example, window, door or wall repair
• Repairing broken or leaking plumbing to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures
• Working on damaged electrical wiring when a shortage or severed wire occurs
• Maintaining the building HVAC equipment in order to keep climate control in the facility functioning properly
• Manage and track service tickets, ensuring timely resolution and accurate reporting
• Support company events and assist with small facility-related projects
• Install, repair, and maintain fixtures, furnishings, equipment, and interior/exterior finishes
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards to maintain compliance with workplace safety standards
• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and future repair needs
• Assist with facility improvements such as painting, sealing, and minor construction tasks

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable.
• Must be able to reach with arms and grasp with hands.
• Must be able to push, pull.
• Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, kneel.
• Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels.
• Exposure to outdoor elements.
• Use various tools to include standard electronic hand tools, precision measuring instruments, shop equipment (drill press, grinder, saws, etc.), fabrication equipment (wire-wrap, crimp, and solder station), as necessary to accomplish assigned work.
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms.
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Willingness and ability to advance.
• Safe work habits.
• Self-motivated individual.
• Core Competencies
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• Self-motivated with a proactive work ethic
• Adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate across teams
• Work Environment & Schedule
• Full-time position (40 hours/week)
• Flexible scheduling required, including weekends
• May involve extended shifts (up to 12 hours) based on operational needs
• Schedule can change to support launches.

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's affirmative action plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.