Mechanical Technician

Amentum; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a maintenance technician to join our team at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing complex mechanical and hydraulic systems and operating equipment used to manage liquids, gases and solids in a hazardous testing facility.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or equivalent with technical training and strong troubleshooting skills. A Class D driver's license may be required, and safety gear must be worn as per NASA and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with technical training in the applicable area.
• Must have proven troubleshooting ability using a systematic approach to repairing mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, water, HVAC, pneumatic, diesel, heavy equipment, or lubrication systems.
• May require a Class D motor vehicle license and ability to communicate ideas in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, modification, refurbishment, cleaning, troubleshooting, repair, adjustment, calibration, verification, certification, checkout, and operation of mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, water, HVAC, pneumatic, diesel, heavy equipment, and lubrication systems.
• Operate fixed or mobile equipment and systems to receive, store, treat, transfer and deliver liquids, gases, or solid commodities; handle hazardous waste materials.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Teamwork

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical training in applicable area

Tools

Class D driver's license

Job description

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day.

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.

THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT REPRESENTED POSITION

Responsibilities

As a member of the team, you will:

Perform installation, maintenance, modification, refurbishment, cleaning, troubleshooting, repair, adjustment, calibration, verification, certification, checkout, and operation of various fixed or mobile systems to include, but are not limited to: mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, water, HVAC, pneumatic, diesel, heavy equipment, and lubrication systems. Operate fixed or mobile equipment and systems used to receive, store, treat, transfer and deliver various liquids, gases and solid commodities, hazardous waste materials or other contaminated liquids.

Qualifications

Educational requirement

High School Diploma or equivalent and technical training in the applicable area and three years related experience.

Must have proven troubleshooting ability, using a systematic approach in the repair of mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, water, HVAC, pneumatic, diesel, heavy equipment, or lubrication systems. Experience with diesels and heavy equipment maintenance are highly desired. Must possess or can obtain a Class D motor vehicle license. Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication. Must be able to climb ladders, towers, and stairs to work at heights (>300 feet) using protective equipment. May require physical exertion in climbing, lifting, squatting, crawling, carrying, or work in cramped quarters. Must work well in a team environment and interface well with the client. Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other associated personal protective equipment. Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing. Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures. Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency. May be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex. Position may require individual to travel daily to different areas on site. Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand, may be required to access various locations on the facility. Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary. All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards. Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules.Must have a valid US Driver's License.

Physical Requirement

May be required to climb stairs to access equipment for trouble shooting.

Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other associated personal protective equipment.

Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.

Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.

Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.

Work Environment

May be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex.

Position may require individual to travel daily to different areas on site.

Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand, may be required to access various locations on the facility.

Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary.

All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards.

Equipment and Machines

Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules.

Variety of equipment used in testing.

Attendance

Full-time work hours.

Position may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task.

Must be dependable and punctual.

Shift work may be required.

Other Essential Function

Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.

Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel.

In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary.

Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

Must comply with all "drug free workplace" requirements as mandated by d