Jr. Operations Technician

Leidos LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Senior Operations Technician to lead the operation, maintenance, and repair of critical building systems at a large facility. The role covers boilers, chillers, HVAC, electrical distribution, pumps, generators, and BAS, with responsibility for safety and reliability.

Located in Chantilly, VA, this on-site position requires strong mechanical and electrical expertise and a proactive leadership style to keep critical infrastructure running safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–3 years hands-on automotive or heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, wiring diagrams, chassis charts, and diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, cooling systems, and electrical wiring.
• Strong troubleshooting and failure analysis skills.
• Ability to work night shifts and obtain TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair critical infrastructure systems ( boilers, chillers, HVAC, electrical distribution equipment, pumps, generators, BAS ).
• Monitor system performance using control panels, gauges, and BAS interfaces.
• Respond to alarms, breakdowns, and emergencies with corrective actions.
• Lead and guide Junior Operations Technicians in daily tasks and troubleshooting.
• Maintain documentation for inspections, repairs, and operational logs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and company safety standards.
• Coordinate with cross-functional departments during outages and emergencies.

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Cooling systems

Electrical wiring

Reading diagrams

Troubleshooting

Safety protocols

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Diagnostic software

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Are you an organized and detail-oriented professional with a passion for safeguarding the integrity of critical systems? Are you ready to take on a role where your expertise will make a critical impact? The Multi-Domain Solutions (MDS) division is seeking a Senior Operations Technician to join our facilities team and take a lead role in the operation, maintenance, and repair of critical building systems. This position supports a large, complex facility and requires technical expertise in both mechanical and electrical systems, including HVAC, central plants, generators, power distribution, and building automation systems. The ideal candidate will bring strong troubleshooting skills and leadership capabilities to ensure continuous, safe, and efficient operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair critical infrastructure systems, including: Boilers, chillers, HVAC systems Electrical distribution equipment (transformers, MCCs, UPS, substations) Pumps, generators, and power systems Building automation systems (BAS)
• Monitor system performance using control panels, gauges, and BAS interfaces.
• Respond to alarms, breakdowns, and emergencies, implementing corrective actions swiftly.
• Analyze operational data to detect inefficiencies or early equipment degradation.
• Perform both scheduled preventive maintenance and unscheduled corrective repairs.
• Lead and guide Junior Operations Technicians in daily tasks and troubleshooting.
• Maintain documentation for inspections, repairs, and operational logs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and company safety standards.
• Coordinate with cross-functional departments during equipment outages and emergencies.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance
• Must be available to work night shifts as part of the regular schedule.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of hands‑on experience in automotive or heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, cooling systems, and electrical wiring.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, chassis charts, and diagnostic tools.
• Skilled in using standard hand and power tools for disassembly and reassembly of mechanical systems.
• Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance, including brake adjustments, valve grinding, and light alignments.
• Strong troubleshooting and failure analysis skills.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and ability to ensure safe work practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading or mentoring junior technicians or overseeing shop operations.
• Strong background in quality control practices, energy efficiency improvements, and safety assurance.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or diagnostic software.
• Experience conducting vehicle inspections in compliance with DOT or local regulatory standards.
• Knowledge of technical specification development and parts procurement processes.
• Project management experience related to equipment maintenance or fleet upgrades.
• EPA Section 609 certification for refrigerant handling (for work involving vehicle air conditioning systems).
• #NSBA

At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: Pay Range - The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

• Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.
• More details are available here.

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.