Crane Technician

It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. 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. Be able to operate and 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 understand 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. Perform safety checks on cranes, forklifts, aerial platforms etc., before and after operations. Operate mobile hydraulic cranes. Operate motor vehicles with responsibility for proper loading and unloading. Operate heavy trucks and truck-trailers (4-ton and over) to transport materials and equipment to various areas on the installation. Operate ground support equipment as required to accomplish work assignments. Ability to fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment. NCCCO and Class A CDL with HAZMAT preferred. Ability to hold the necessary security clearances. Ability to obtain and maintain valid certifications, licenses, and permits, as required for performance of assigned tasks. 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. Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures. Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; Position may require individual to travel daily to different areas on site. Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand, may be required to access various locations on the facility. Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary. Equipment and Machines Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules. Variety of equipment used in testing. Cranes and other heavy equipment such as crane carriers, Hi-Rangers, man-lift platforms, hydraulic lifts, spider staging, converter dollies, cargo lift trailers, and tractor/trailers. Must utilize personal computers and related computer peripheral equipment to work in Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), record work performance and job/task notes, update logs and records, and print documents. Scanner, copy machine, telephone, laser printer, fax machine, and other office equipment as required. Full-time work hours. Position may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task. Shift work may be required. 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. 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. 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 Flexible Schedule and Telework 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 . 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.