Facilities Electrician - II - 2nd Shift

Location: Van Horn

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

Join our Luxembourg team where your expertise directly contributes to humanity's greatest adventure, while maintaining the work-life harmony that makes great engineering possible. Be part of a collaborative, inclusive culture where safety and technical excellence drive every decision as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight from the heart of Europe.

As part of a small team, you will be responsible for implementing and performing preventive and corrective maintenance requests required to support a rocket engine manufacturing / testing site. This is a hands-on position focused on electrical and minor mechanical facility additions or modifications.

Facilities include launch vehicle engine manufacturing, integration and test.

As a facilities electrician you will be part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will push the boundaries of what’s possible in maintaining all facilities and equipment, including but not limited to (HVAC, HVAC controls, sprinkler and fire detection, security, electrical, communication, and plumbing). This position will directly impact the history of space exploration, requiring your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

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.

Van Horn Specific information

Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations, the West Texas Site in Van Horn, TX offers eligible employee’s additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings, including a living allowance and relocation assistance. Eligibility for these additional benefits is based on the employee’s ability to permanently relocate to Van Horn, TX, or travel to Van Horn from another Blue location a minimum of 50% of the time.

Shift Information:

Mon - Fri OR Rotational Schedule (8 days on, 6 days off), 12p - 9p CT Responsibilities:

Installs, maintains, and monitors performance of installed electrical equipment for hazards, adjustments, or replacement

Repairs, installs, replaces, and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances using appropriate tools and testing instruments

Leads, guides, and/or trains other electricians in applicable procedures and techniques

Repairs and maintains electrical systems and minor mechanical systems

Plans electrical system additions or modifications

May perform work of lower level electricians

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance as directed by engineering

Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices

Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum High School diploma

At least 4 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified

Journeyman Electrician license (TX)
Understanding of electrical distribution systems

Ability to read blueprints, schematics and other electrical diagrams

Ability to use appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment to repair, install, replace, and test electrical circuits, equipment and appliances

Able to lift 50 lbs Ability to diagnose and repair electrical controls, industrial motor control centers, and programmable logic controllers

Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures

Ability to install and maintain motors, welding equipment, lighting fixtures, generators, circuit breakers, and transformers as appropriate to the position

Project planning, schedule and cost estimation

Strong safety mindset and experience, including hands-on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical…