Facilities Maintenance Technician

Summary:

Founded by legendary aircraft designer Burt Rutan, Scaled Composites is a 40-year-old aerospace company continually working to push boundaries, prove out ideas, and influence the future. We are a rapid prototyping and manufacturing facility, designing, building, and testing proof-of-concept and prototype vehicles. We have flown an average of one new aircraft type per year over our 40-year history such as Proteus, GlobalFlyer, SpaceShipOne, Model 401, and Stratolaunch.

• Troubleshoot and repair failures of production and facilities equipment
• Ensure maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness
• Responsible for the upkeep of buildings and perform related work as required
• Perform the upkeep of buildings and equipment
• Ensure safety standards are used in compliance with all company, local, city, state and federal guidelines

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in a variety of commercial building maintenance, including but not limited to experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanics, and basic plumbing and electrical repairs
• Effective communication skills (both written and verbal); includes the ability to follow general and detailed verbal and written instructions; ability to read and interpret documents and drawings, and write detailed reports
• Knowledge of common tools, materials, equipment and methods used in carpentry, roofing, electrical, plumbing, painting and masonry trades
• Proficiency with basic office computer software, and the ability to learn how to effectively use maintenance software to input data and research parts
• Post-secondary education and/or technical trade certificate
• Willingness to learn and apply new methods of building maintenance and repair
• Ability to complete work and tasks in a timely manner while paying close attention to all details
• Proven safety record with the ability to identify safety issues and take corrective action
• Ability to effectively manage time by appropriately prioritizing work
• Willingness to work cooperatively with others to accomplish work goals and tasks
• Must be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relations with employees and customers

• Occasional lifting 50 lbs.
• Must have sufficient agility to work in the interior of an aircraft structure. Will need to bend, stoop, squat, and/or kneel to occasionally work in cramped, tiring, and uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to work overhead for prolonged periods of time including lifting up to 10-15 pounds.
• Standing 95% of the day, sometimes 8.5 – 12 hours per day.
• Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment for an assigned task.
• Work with composite materials such as epoxy resin systems, fiberglass, carbon fiber, and foam/core products. Will also work closely with chemicals, such as acetone and alcohol.
• May be exposed to dirt, oil, fuel, grease, and hydraulic fluids.
• Able to adapt to altered schedules.
• Occasional pushing/pulling of heavy tools and tables (75-100 lbs., with assistance).
• Manual dexterity to handle small parts, and tools and to manipulate composite material to various shapes using pressure.
• Repetitive hand and arm motions including, but not limited to, trimming, sanding, and/or grinding of materials.
• Occasional sitting computer work
• Vision at close distances and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to operate a forklift and/or other heavy machinery including occasional driving of company-owned vehicles.
• Must be able to pass and maintain ‘pass’ status on OSHA-approved Pulmonary Fitness Test (PFT) in order to wear a respirator for prolonged periods of time.
• Work on varied work surfaces/environments, including but not limited to working in a busy shop environment, cold room, or in/on aircraft structures including raised platforms including but not limited to ladders, scaffolding, and stairs.
• Work may be performed inside or outside of buildings. May be exposed to changing weather conditions.
• Must be able to read and understand SDS.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Protected Vet and drug and alcohol free workplace.

Salary: $50,720-$90,480