HVAC Maintenance Technician- Diego Garcia, IO

Position Description & Qualifications

Looking for a HVAC Maintenance Technician opportunity at a place you can make a difference every day? Discover this great opportunity in our Diego Garcia location. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors by discovering your new role supporting this critical mission.

This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain/maintain/transfer your Secret clearance.

As the HVAC Maintenance Technician in Diego Garcia, Serco-NA, in conjunction with the United States Space Force (USSF) are responsible for tracking all man-made objects in orbit. This mission is vital to keeping existing satellites safe and to provide critical information to organizations launching new satellites in the future. One of the assets USSF uses to accomplish this mission is the Ground-Based Electro-Optical Deep Space Surveillance (GEODSS) System.

This optical sensor is employed at three (3) different locations around the world (White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico; Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory; and Maui, Hawaii) and helps track the objects in deep space orbit (altitude of 10,000 to 45,000 km).

Come join the team that provides this service to United States. You will help operate and maintain three (3), one-meter telescopes equipped with highly sensitive digital cameras. You’ll respond to Government tasking to obtain metric observations of specific objects daily and help maintain the sensors, support equipment, and the facility that houses it at Detachment 2, Naval Support Facility in Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT).

This is a unique work-site, so being a part of the Serco-NA GEODSS Team, you will be offered Special Incentives:

• Free Internet,

• Meal allowances,

• Competitive salaries,

• Retention Bonus,

• Paid Time-Off, and many more.

In this role, you will:

• Test, inspect, maintain, and repair assigned facilities, equipment, and systems in accordance with Operating Instructions (OIs), Preventive Maintenance Instructions (PMIs), manufacturer's instructions, specifications, drawings, and other applicable documents.

• Perform corrosion control and treatment functions as applicable to all assigned systems and equipment.

• Assure environmental pollution control and Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) directives and procedures are followed.

• Perform or support the development of maintenance documentation (PMIs, OIs, etc.) as directed, and performs documentation maintenance as applicable to assure all documentation is in a current state including maintenance and operations instructions and as-built drawings.

• Maintain logs, records and inspection forms, which reflect equipment status, inspections and maintenance repair activities.

• Support the operation and maintenance of mission equipment and perform other duties such as logistics and transportation functions, general housekeeping, and roads and grounds maintenance.

• Assist with oversight and monitoring of facility upgrades.

• Perform duties as the primary Environmental Compliance Contact (ECC).

• Update, maintain and implement a site-specific spill response plan.

• Create update and maintain a Det Emergency Response GOI.

• Operate, inspect, test, maintain and repair RP and all real property installed equipment (RPIE).

• Maintain inventory listings of all RPIE.

• Maintain and update maintenance manuals for all RPIE, Power Conditioning and Continuation Interface equipment (PCCIE) and ancillary equipment.

• Maintain and update RPIE drawings.

• Respond to emergency conditions within two hours and eliminate condition within 24 hours.

• Act as Backflow Prevention Manager; Implement a cross connection and backflow prevention program; inspect, test, install, repair and replace backflow prevention devices.

• Maintain HVAC systems.

• Perform duties as Equipment Custodian.

• Provide engineering services, technical support and design reviews.

• Manage the fire protection program.

• Request entomology support as needed.

• Provide safe ingress and egress on sidewalks and steps to the GEODSS building exits. Identify all snow removal and ice control requirements in writing.

• Maintain all areas in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition; Remove refuse from the GEODSS facilities and place in dumpsters provided by the Host Installation.

• Manage the receipt, storage, inspection, and distribution of HAZMAT brought onto the Det. Maintain MSDS and list of HAZMAT.

• Maintain keys and coordinate any key related requirements or issues with the Host.

• Maintain Non-ILS-S inventory items, shop stock, operating stock and ESD items.

• Maintain equipment accounts and supply point accountability at 100%.

• Act as primary DIFM Monitor, Bench Stock Monitor, Equipment Custodian, Supply Point Monitor, Shelf-life Monitor, Precious Metals Recovery Program Monitor, Activity Supply Limited Inspector, Environmental Compliance Contact, and Records Custodian.

• Coordinate with Host Base(s) to assure adequate stocks are maintained.

• Coordinate and perform packing, crating, shipment of Government property, material pickup and delivery.

• Provide, as required, local purchase support.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• The ability to obtain/maintain an Active DoD Secret Security clearance.

• A High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• 3 years related experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems, refrigeration, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

• If performing the duties of the heating/plumbing mechanic, must have 3 years experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of heating and plumbing systems.

• Completion of an accredited electrician trade school in air conditioning and refrigeration.

• Completion of accredited trade school in heating/plumbing mechanic.

• Must be able to work shift duty due to 24/7 operations environment.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Top Secret Preferred

• Course in control circuits and protective devices desirable.

• Journeyman or Master Plumber license from any U.S. State, or completion of local journeyman plumber program.

• HVAC: EPA Universal HVAC certification.

• Backflow prevention: Certificated initial and refresher training from any state/local or Air Force approved certificated Backflow Prevention training program.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

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Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email View email address on click.appcast.io .

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Employee Assistance Plan

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Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: View email address on click.appcast.io .