Aerospace Maintenance Technician (HVAC)

Aerospace Maintenance Technician (HVAC)

As a member of the Launch Operations team at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station Florida, you will be responsible for checkout, maintenance, repair, refurbishment, calibration, troubleshooting, and operation of mission critical production, ground support, and facility structural-mechanical, electro-mechanical, electrical/power, fluid control/management, and facility or launch vehicle environmental control/HVAC systems throughout the lifecycle of these systems.

Your Role: What you'll be doing:

Performs the maintenance, testing, overhauling, installation, and effects repairs on a large variety of types of complex HVAC equipment, air handlers, pumps, motors, valves, heating systems, and associated auxiliary and control equipment.

Performs preventive maintenance functions which include but are not limited to changing filters; cleaning cooling towers, heating and cooling coils, roof top units, booster pumps, and maintaining refrigeration systems.

Regularly monitors for proper operation of pressures and temperatures, records observations, ensures mechanical systems are operating at peak efficiency, and responds to and performs emergency repairs as required.

Perform service and maintenance work on mechanical equipment such as pumps, motor compressors, and valves. Performs corrective operations on A/C systems, including replacing and/or grinding of compressor valves; adjusting bearings, inspecting and replacing gaskets, replacing work bushings, fans, coils, belts, sheaves, bellows, thermostatic bulbs, and other mechanical/electrical components related to the equipment.

Monitor and adjust all mechanical/ pneumatic equipment, control gauges, valves, thermostats, diffusers and other equipment necessary to provide a comfortable and compliant environment for the buildings.

Utilize general knowledge of building codes, regulations and safety procedures. Utilize general knowledge that demonstrates increased skill level in the mechanical field to troubleshoot and resolve problems. Use blueprints or design specifications to install or repair systems. Use hand and power tools safely to maintain and repair Launch Vehicle Processing support systems. May receive specialized equipment training as required to maintain critical facilities.

Note: This position is 1st shift. However, this individual must be able to support all shifts and schedules as necessary. Shift assignments are determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Required Education: High School/GED

Required Years of Experience: Minimum of 6 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 6 years of experience in the operation, maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC equipment including chillers, split systems, cooling towers, pumps, air handlers, piping, heat exchangers, and associated equipment. The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance is required. Universal - Environmental Protection Agency Refrigerant Handling Certification required.

Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels. We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including: 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees Generous paid time off Flexible work environments Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off. Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.