What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infrastructure Technician position at W. M. Keck Observatory?
W.M. Keck Observatory in Kamuela, HI is looking to hire a full-time Infrastructure Technician to join our team. Are you ready to love where you work? Do you want to work for a company that will support your professional growth? If so, please read on!
This industrial maintenance position earns competitive pay. We also provide wonderful benefits, including 4 weeks of annual paid vacation, 100%-paid employee health insurance, a 403(b) plan, a highly regarded tuition assistance program for dependent children (K-12 grade), and an unmatched focus on excellence. If this sounds like the right industrial maintenance and machining opportunity for you, apply today!
ABOUT W.M. KECK OBSERVATORY
From Hawaii's Maunakea, astronomers around the world use our observatory to observe the universe with unprecedented power and precision. Our twin observatory telescopes are the world's most scientifically productive optical and infrared telescopes! With our highly advanced technology, we focus on service and stewardship and are very committed to being the science leader in large land-based telescopes. We support the mission of the observatory and work to unravel the mysteries of the universe!
Each employee is a part of our mission. We provide meaningful jobs and an exciting place to pursue careers. Employees are able to work with a variety of equipment and scientific applications for the good of humanity and pure science. We work in a wonderful setting and environment and are passionate about what we do. We're looking for more individuals to join us!
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNICIAN
As an Infrastructure Technician, you are involved in all fabrication, installation, and repair of summit infrastructure. You keep the structures, machinery, and equipment that make up the physical plant, telescope structure, domes, and shutters at our observatory in top condition. To ensure that you and your team have the tools and parts available when you need them, you regularly organize and check inventory. Using your fine-tuned machining skills, you perform drilling, tapping, milling, lathe turning, cutting, and grinding jobs. You collaborate with your team and supervisor to create an efficient, effective, and unified work environment. You love being part of a close-knit team that is committed to supporting each other in performing quality work and keeping our observatory operating smoothly!
QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNICIAN
- 5 years of experience performing fabrication, installation, maintenance, and repair of machinery, mechanical or structural systems in an industrial environment at journeyman level, or equivalent
- 5 years of experience in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting in at least one of the following areas: electrical systems, mechanical systems, refrigeration, plumbing, or hydraulics
- Ability to read and understand English
- Knowledge about mechanics, machining, pneumatics, and hydraulics
- Working knowledge about shop fabrication practices including milling, turning, welding, cutting, forming, grinding, and assembly
- Valid driver's license
- Structural welding certification is preferred
An electrician license and experience working at an astronomical observatory are preferred but not required. Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Can you effectively priorities multiple tasks? Do you have strong interpersonal skills? Are you professional, respectful, and dependable? If yes, you might just be perfect for this industrial maintenance position!
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you feel that you have the right industrial maintenance skills for this machining job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 96743