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The Payload Launch Sites Support Services (PLSSS) Program within SSC provides all the launch processing support functions for the Office of Space Launch (OSL). One of the program’s two primary operating locations is Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL. Key elements of the PLSSS program scope include satellite launch processing, satellite transport operations, satellite propellant loading operations, clean room operations, satellite processing and support facilities O&M, and safety and environmental services.
The Mechanic/HVAC Specialist is responsible for the installation, servicing, modifications, rebuilds, and repairs of air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment in an industrial or commercial establishment in accordance with applicable building codes and safety regulations.
Summary of Key Duties for this Position:
• Diagnose and repair commercial refrigeration and air conditioning equipment
• Perform periodic maintenance
• Perform annual equipment inspections
• Interface with engineering and procurement departments
• Complete work order logs and update scheduler
• Perform troubleshooting to locate and determine cause of equipment malfunctions
• Perform maintenance on such systems as: centrifugal compressors, evaporative condensers, electrical controls, pumps, fans, boilers, and heating equipment
• Charge air conditioning systems with refrigerant, checks and tests for leaks, sets, and adjusts controls and regulators.
• Fabricate, assemble, and install ductwork
• Service, modify, and maintain centralized HVAC computer systems and make program corrections
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Occasional odd shifts, travel, and overtime may be required.
Basic Qualifications
• High School diploma or GED
• EPA Section 608 Universal certification
• Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights
• Basic computer skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to work varied shifts, weekends and overtime as needed
• Must be able to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.)
Desired Skills
• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• HVAC technical diploma/certificate/ Journeymen's license with 2+ years HVAC experience
• Experience with HVAC control systems
• Commercial chiller experience
• Familiar with Predictive maintenance tools. (infrared, laser alignment)
• High attention to detail and results-focused team
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Pay Information
- This position is covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA) with an hourly wage of no less than $23.98 per hour.
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.
Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For Service Contract Act (SCA) positions only. SCA employees receive a minimum of 80 hours of vacation and 88 hours of holiday paid time off. Paid sick leave is up to 56 hours annually. Paid time off is prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This is a general summary and fringe benefits are governed by the contract.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.