Maintenance Mechanic

Astrion; University (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to perform installation, maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment onsite at Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, FL. The role requires US citizenship and BI investigation clearance, with five or more years of industrial maintenance experience and strong knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

You will read drawings and manufacturer documentation, develop maintenance plans with the team, and ensure safe work practices.

Qualifications

• Must have at least five years of experience maintaining industrial equipment (480V).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read facility drawings and manufacturer documentation for troubleshooting and repair.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair heated chemical baths, ovens, vent hoods, pumps and other lab equipment.
• Perform work safely according to laboratory best practices and local policies.
• Assist in developing Job Plans and follow them to execute tasks.
• Identify spare parts and materials to minimize equipment downtime.

Skills

Five+ years experience

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Read drawings

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Mechanic

LOCATION: Cape Canaveral, FL

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: BI investigation

CERTIFICATION: N/A

TRAVEL: Limited; as needed

Must be US citizen

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic for the LASSO II contract. The ideal candidate is an experienced maintenance mechanic who will be responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of various chemical baths, ovens, pumps, pressure systems, and other laboratory equipment. This is a full-time position and work will be performed onsite at the Kennedy Space Center.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• High School Diploma.
• Five or more years of experience in maintenance of industrial equipment (480V) including troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems to identify failed components and make repairs.
• Extensive knowledge in mechanical, pneumatic, hydrostatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to work from facility drawings and manufacturer's documentation in troubleshooting and repairing equipment.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Must be able to pass the following KSC-provided physicals: Confined Space, Respirator
• Ability to work as part of a team in developing a maintenance plan for the facility's laboratory equipment
• Able to work in a clean room environment, enclosed areas, and at heights up to 30 feet
• Able to read, comprehend and follow written and oral instructions
• Computer literate. Will need to complete work orders and initiate orders for repair parts and supplies.
• Certification as a Licensed Electrician.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and repair a range of heated/stirred chemical baths, ovens, vent hoods, pumps, and other laboratory equipment.
• Safely perform all work in compliance with laboratory best practices and local policies and procedures.
• Assist in developing Job Plans for work to be performed and follow those plans to perform the work.
• Identify consumable or repair parts that should be stocked to minimize equipment downtime.