Facility Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description - Facility Maintenance Mechanic (ADV
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Hourly rate: $35.62. This is an IAMAW Union position open to Internal Applicants Only.

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The successful candidate will join the Facility Operations team to support the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering Contract (CMOE) located at NASA’s Langley Research Center (LaRC). This position reports directly to the Steam Plant Supervisor.

• Operation and maintenance of Boilers, heating furnaces, Steam/Condensate distribution systems, pressure regulator valves and associated equipment
• Perform water chemistry sampling/testing as necessary
• Will provide best practices training/direction to personnel regarding maintenance and repairs of related equipment, as necessary
• Starts and stops equipment and builds up specified pressure in equipment/systems, adjusts or sets controls to maintain continuous supply of utilities to facilities
• Observes operational temperature and pressure gauges and adjusts controls accordingly
• Lubricates, maintains, and cleans equipment
• Requires applicant to become a Safety Operator, qualified Steam Plant operator, fuel delivery truck operator and Nitrogen delivery truck operator
• Performs repairs, troubleshoots and makes adjustments to machinery and equipment as required
• Responds to after-hour emergencies within contract allotted time frame
• Must show an ability to provide leadership and training during repair efforts that drive reliability by demonstrating good mechanical practices and judgment
• Assists the plant personnel in the development, and performance of equipment PM’s, reliability metrics, work plans, and other RCM tasks

U.S. citizenship required.

Four to five years of experience in operation, service and repair of high-pressure steam production/distribution and associated equipment.

Ability to interpret drawings, trend graphs, service manuals, and read all required precision instruments.

Knowledge of component OEM repair methods and STDs.

Training in a designated field, craft, or trade documented by certificate or diploma.

NAC clearance required.

Valid license for operating private vehicles. Commercial Driver License is a plus.

Must be able to effectively communicate with others.

Must successfully obtain within the first year of employment one of the following:

• American Society of Power Engineers (ASOPE) Class III license
• National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Class V license

Work Environment

• Office environment – 10%
• Test environment – may be exposed to high noise levels, hazardous propellants, explosives, chemicals, and industrial facilities (90%)
• Travel between various facilities and during test operations required; may involve loud noise and potentially hazardous equipment operations (10%)

Physical Requirements

• Walk, stand, bend, twist, and sit for extended periods.
• Climb various heights and crawl in confined spaces.
• Lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to distinguish basic colors.
• Corrected vision and hearing at all times.

Equipment and Machines

• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.) with knowledge of the Internet and Outlook email.
• Safety and personal protective equipment.

Attendance

• Regular attendance mandatory.
• Occasional overtime/work outside normal schedule may be required.

Other Essential Functions

• Valid Real  identification.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must exhibit professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety/risk hazard to the employee or others.
• Employees must exercise diligence when developing a Safe Plan of Action (SPA) for each task performed.

Yes, 10 % of the time.

20329-ROME, NASA Langley Research Center, 1 East Durand St., MS 389