Senior Facilities HVAC & Controls Technician (R37975)

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse facilities specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will play a critical role in the daily operations and maintenance of our state-of-the-art HVAC and other environmental control systems. With nearly 2M square feet of buildings and 500 acres of property and associated utilities, you will not only be responsible for the HVAC and their associated controls, but also in responding to trouble calls where your skills may also apply.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:            

• Operate, diagnose, analyze, and repair industrial HVAC equipment including boilers, chillers, air handling units, VAV systems, hydronic systems, air compressors, air dryers and exhaust ventilation.
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC control and operating systems in addition to required calibrations as scheduled.
• Install or repair ductwork, refrigeration piping, air conditioning units and exhaust equipment.
• Capable of brazing, soldering, and welding.
• Makes periodic inspection of all mechanical and electrical equipment and systems.
• Perform trouble calls for systems other than HVAC.
• Monitor and escort sub-contractors to perform work.

Qualifications:

• EPA Universal License
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as an HVAC technician in industrial/commercial and/or lab/R&D environments.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience programming and operating Trane controls systems.
• Associates Degree or Trade School preferred.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Must be familiar with HVAC and electrical codes.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Demonstrate technical ability in the installation, repair and maintenance of industrial HVAC systems.
• Self-directed with the ability to be resourceful, plan and organize work.
• Provide excellent communication skills written and verbal.
• Professional demeanor with outstanding customer focus.
• Team player
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

 

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

 

Benefits

Benefits include:  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.