Crane tech II/Motor Grader

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.

Responsibilities

Be able to operate, generally maintain all types of light and heavy equipment, both diesel and gasoline engine powered.

· Must know quadrant of operation, read/load charts, know the structural/stability of all cranes and know the dynamic and shock loading of cranes.

· Select, secure and adjust suitable chains, cables, slings, hooks and other lifting and securing devices to properly load/unload and balance a variety of equipment, and other items being moved or positioned by mobile cranes.

· Safety check cranes, forklifts, Aerial Platforms etc., before and after operations.

· Operate Mobile Hydraulic cranes. Operate motor vehicles with responsibility for proper loading and unloading. May operate heavy trucks and truck-trailers (4-ton and over) to transport materials and equipment to various areas within the installation.

· Operate ground support equipment as required to accomplish work assignment.

· Ability to fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment.

Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions.

Qualifications:

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

NCCCO and Class A CDL with hazmat prefered.

· Effective verbal and written communicate skills.

· Analytical and problem solving skills.

· Ability to hold the necessary security clearances.

· Ability to obtain and maintain valid certifications, licenses, and permits, as required for performance of assigned tasks.

· Requires the ability to interact effectively with co-workers and managers.

Must have a valid US Driver's License.

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 REPRESENTED POSITION

Responsibilities

• Ensuring your personal safety, your co-worker's safety, and the customer's safety.

• Supporting various groups by providing access to work areas to include rigging, scaffolding, pick-boards, spider staging equipment, and fall protection.

• Knowledgeable of local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations for safely rigging and moving objects.

• Must have a valid driver's license.

• Must be capable of working from written, electronic and/or verbal instructions to include blueprints, diagrams, schematics, vendor manuals and applicable specifications and codes.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain certifications, licenses, permits, etc. to operate various types of equipment to include forklifts and aerial platforms.

• Maintain logs, records, charts, etc., as required.

Qualifications

The candidate must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and technical training in the applicable area of expertise and three (3) years of experience.

Must have a valid US driver's license.

Job Requirements

• Effective verbal and written communicate skills.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to hold the necessary security clearances .

• Ability to hold necessary physical certifications.

• Requires the ability to interact effectively with co-workers and managers.

• If offered a position, proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Resident/Green Card holder of the United States is required.

Physical Requirements

• Visual and physical (hands on) contact of rigging related systems, hardware, and articles.

• Requires climbing, crawling, bending, body mobility, corrected vision, lifting, carrying, and exerting pressure up to 100 lbs.

• Must successfully pass high worker physical.

• 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.

• Capable of transporting and installing complex rigging/scaffoding systems in all KSC areas at various heights.

• Requires climbing, crawling, bending, and body mobility, corrected vision, lifting, carrying, exerting pressure up to 35 lbs. Must successfully pass high worker physical and utilize fall protection systems.

Work Environment

• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA, OSHA, and Company safety standards.

• Work will be performed primarily in both inside and outside environments.

• Working at heights and in confined spaces is required.

• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on site.

Equipment and Machines

• Required to don personal protective equipment (PPE) to include but not limited to hard hats, safety glasses, and safety shoes/boots.

• Use of fall protection equipment will be required

• Fork Lift and Pendant Crane operation will be required.

• Use of various hand tools will be required.

• Operate personal computers and related computer peripheral equipment (printers, scanners, copy machines, fax machines, etc.) to document work performed and job/task notes to include working in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as Maximo and Solumina.

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 Functions

• 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 directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.

• Government security clearance may be required in the future.

• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.

Access to Kennedy Space Center Amenities

While doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many on-site amenities, such as:

• Child Development Center
• Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks
• Credit Union
• Fitness Center
• Barbershop
• NASA Exchanges

Flexible Schedule and Telework

At Amentum, we value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, we offer partial telework options and flexible work schedules for many of our positions. The ability to utilize a flex schedule or telework will depend on your department's demands and needs.

Compensation Details:

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Original Posting:

05/13/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters ( .