Space Center Maintenance Welder Technician

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation days and holidays

Paid parental bonding leave

Tuition or certification reimbursement

Weekly pay

Tickets and parking passes

Attraction share program

Rewards and recognition program

Training and development

Eligible for part-time team members

Job summary

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Merritt Island, Florida, is seeking a full-time Plant Maintenance Welder Technician to perform electrical, mechanical, and electronic repairs on facilities and equipment. You will diagnose malfunctions, perform installations, and execute preventive maintenance to ensure reliable operations in a unique, guest-focused environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years welding experience (MIG/TIG/STICK), a high school diploma or equivalent with trades training,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with completion of a certified apprenticeship program or trades school.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience with MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Knowledge of metal layout and fit-up of complex fabrication including brazing, torch cutting, and band saws.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Welding certifications, electrical journeyman’s license, Universal Refrigeration Certification, certified public pool service technician, or EPA refrigerant technician preferred.
• Authorization to work at Kennedy Space Center and completion of all site access requirements.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose equipment malfunctions using testing tools, computerized systems, and technical expertise to determine repair requirements and corrective actions.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, and electronic repairs, installations, and component replacements on building and food service equipment.
• Execute preventive maintenance programs including inspections, cleaning, adjustments, and operational testing to ensure equipment reliability.
• Support facility maintenance projects involving construction, carpentry, painting, structural repairs, and installation of building materials and temporary structures.
• Conduct inspections and repairs of roofs, doors, walls, floors, moldings, trim, and other facility components to maintain safe operations.
• Operate ladders, man lifts, and specialized equipment safely while maintaining tools, supplies, and work areas in proper working condition.
• Follow safety procedures, utilize required personal protective equipment, maintain environmental compliance records, and properly handle refrigerants and related materials.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Fabrication

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with apprenticeship/trades school

Tools

CMMS

Job description

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Merritt Island, Florida, is seeking a full-time Plant Maintenance Welder Technician to perform electrical, mechanical, and electronic repairs on facilities and equipment. You will diagnose malfunctions, perform installations, and execute preventive maintenance to ensure reliable operations in a unique, guest-focused environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years welding experience (MIG/TIG/STICK), a high school diploma or equivalent with trades training,