Observatory Facility Maintenance Tech II

Aura Recruiting, LLC.; Makawao (HI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura, in partnership with the National Solar Observatory, seeks a Facility Maintenance Technician II to help maintain the DKIST observatory on Haleakalā. You will perform cleanroom-grade cleaning and standard janitorial tasks across the site, under supervision, ensuring facilities meet high standards for scientific work.

Responsibilities include specialized cleaning in machinery spaces and optical clean rooms, routine building cleaning, pest prevention, inventory duties, and safe operation of

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or vocational school.
• At least one year of experience in an industrial environment or facility maintenance.
• Knowledge of and ability to use general maintenance tools, materials, methods, and practices.
• Ability to work independently and follow verbal or written directions.
• Ability to cooperate with others as part of a team, and to provide supervision over others.
• Ability to read, follow and understand blueprints and pencil sketches for specific job directions as appropriate.
• Basic computer skills such as email, word processing, spreadsheets, and others as needed to understand tasking and shift assignments, and to communicate and report on tasks performed in a Computer Maintenance Management System.
• Good reading, writing and speaking skills, able to prepare detailed documents and records.
• General aptitude for safety practices and other various associated safety issues.
• Physical ability to perform work requirements as dictated by job needs (lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, etc.).
• Possess a valid state drivers license, and ability to obtain GSA license.
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the cultural and biological significance of the site.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning tasks to upkeep the cleanliness and operability of the Observatory facility and equipment, including specialized cleaning in machinery spaces and optical clean rooms.
• Regularly clean building interior (floors, walls, stairs, etc.) and sanitize equipment and surfaces.
• Follow procedures for chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage.
• Service, clean, supply common areas, and dispose of rubbish.
• Drive vehicles to travel to and around the site as needed.
• Maintain and inspect assigned areas to prevent pests and invasive species; use appropriate PPE when distributing insecticides or fumigants.
• Meet safety standards and report unsafe conditions.
• Keep accurate records of cleaning activities, timekeeping, and inventory requests.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Follow directions

Teamwork

Computer skills

Blueprint reading

Physical fitness

Valid driverord license

GSA license eligibility

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training

Tools

Forklifts

Scissor lifts

Job description

Aura, in partnership with the National Solar Observatory, seeks a Facility Maintenance Technician II to help maintain the DKIST observatory on Haleakalā. You will perform cleanroom-grade cleaning and standard janitorial tasks across the site, under supervision, ensuring facilities meet high standards for scientific work.

Responsibilities include specialized cleaning in machinery spaces and optical clean rooms, routine building cleaning, pest prevention, inventory duties, and safe operation of