Facilities Maintenance Technician

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Siemens Government Technologies (SGT) is a dynamic and rapidly changing organization, and we are seeking a self‑driven individual to complement our growing team.

As a Facilities Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for providing safe, efficient, and cost‑effective operation, preventative maintenance, repair, replacement, and inspection services for sensitive laboratory and clean‑room mechanical systems. This position supports mission‑critical operations within AFTAC/MSF facilities, including Clean Rooms, Radiochemistry Labs, and specialized HVAC and environmental systems. Work must meet OEM standards and all federal, state, and local facility requirements.

The role includes maintenance of mechanical systems, filtration, HVAC equipment, fume hoods, DI/RO water systems, compressors, VFDs, and Building Automation System components. Strict contamination‑control, radiation safety, and access protocols must be followed.

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs, and replacements for AHUs, OAHUs, HVAC systems, and filtration systems.
• Maintain VFDs, motors, belts, air valves, and ductwork.
• Service compressed air systems.
• Repair fume hoods, perchloric scrubbers, and exhaust systems.
• Maintain RO/DI water systems.
• Ensure all work meets OEM specifications and industry standards.
• Conduct maintenance on Clean Room AHUs, VFDs, filters, motors, and associated systems.
• Replace filters and SOCs on 3‑month intervals; perform bag‑and‑tag procedures.
• Follow contamination‑control protocols, including tool retention within Clean Room spaces, equipment covering, and radiation and contamination swipe requirements.
• Plan and prepare for AHU shutdowns (typically discouraged; 48‑hour prep required).
• Maintain equipment in specialized radiological environments, including pressure and humidity sensors, wash‑down pumps, pH probes, and PLC‑controlled hood systems.
• Wear required PPE (dosimeter badge, cotton clothing, mass spec protective gear).
• Coordinate access with laboratory personnel; comply with radiation‑level restrictions.
• Service rooftop trailers, exhaust stacks, and fume ventilation systems.
• Grease bearings, replace belts (3‑month cycles), and maintain stainless‑steel exhaust motors.
• Replace filters, bulbs, and components on annual or scheduled cycles.
• Support quarterly water quality testing procedures.
• Maintain laboratory airflow systems, positive/negative pressure balance, humidity controls, and HEPA seals.
• Perform nuisance adjustments to airflow and pressure controls as required.
• Inspect and update DI faucet hardware.
• Monitor equipment performance, alarms, and environmental readings using Air Force–owned BAS.
• Adjust, troubleshoot, and coordinate controls‑based maintenance tasks.
• Provide daily on‑site presence as the contractor’s site representative.
• Submit access requests (48‑hour, 72‑hour, 30‑day requirements depending on area).
• Coordinate schedules with Flight Chief; adapt to frequent PM cancellations due to mission requirements.

• Active Secret Clearance – needed prior to starting.
• 3–5 years of experience in HVAC or mechanical system maintenance.
• Certification in HVAC, electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance.
• Working knowledge of VFDs, motors, belts, and air valves.
• Knowledge of HVAC and clean‑room system operation.
• Knowledge of filtration systems, HEPA systems, and ductwork.
• Knowledge of DI/RO water system components.
• Knowledge of fume hood operations.
• Ability to read and interpret OEM manuals, schematics, and control diagrams.
• Strong adherence to safety, contamination control, and radiation protocols.
• Detail‑oriented and safety‑focused.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem‑solving and diagnostic skills.
• Effective communicator with military and laboratory personnel.
• Flexible and able to adapt to mission‑driven schedule changes.
• Must reside within commuting distance from Patrick Space Force Base, Florida.

• Experience in laboratory or clean‑room environments.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience in federal or military facility maintenance.

Candidate must be a United States Citizen with the ability to obtain and/or maintain an active U.S. Government Secret clearance prior to starting.

Patrick Space Force Base, Florida

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Defense & Space