Facilities Technician - Plumber
Facilities Technician - Plumber
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Job Description
At Vast our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations allowing longterm stays in space without the adverse effects of zerogravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven1 scheduled to be the worlds first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is allin committed to executing our mission safely and on time.If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity come join us.
Vast is looking for a Facilities Technician reporting to the Senior Manager Construction to support the development of the factory that will be required for the design and build of artificialgravity humanrated space stations.
This will be a fulltime nonexempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities:
- Plumbing Maintenance & Repairs: Perform routine inspections maintenance and troubleshooting of plumbing systems including water supply lines drainage systems gas lines and related fixtures.
- Installation & Upgrades: Install replace and upgrade plumbing systems and components such as pipes fittings valves sinks toilets water heaters pumps and gas appliances.
- Emergency Response: Respond to plumbing emergencies diagnose issues and execute prompt repairs to prevent damage and minimize disruptions.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure all plumbing work complies with local state and federal regulations including proper adherence to building codes. Conduct regular safety checks and maintain detailed records.
- Collaboration: Coordinate with engineers contractors and other technicians to support facility upgrades and new construction projects.
- Vendor Management: Work with external contractors for specialized plumbing tasks conducting site walkthroughs reviewing bids and overseeing the completion of projects.
- Support Functions: Assist with general facilities maintenance tasks when required such as electrical HVAC and carpentry work with a primary focus on plumbing systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2 years of facilities and/or maintenance experience
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Experience in the aerospace industry or similar hightech manufacturing environments.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting plumbing blueprints schematics and technical diagrams.
- Knowledge of plumbing codes and regulations including gas line installation and repair.
- Experience with both commercial and industrial plumbing systems including highpressure systems.
- Basic understanding of other facilities maintenance areas (electrical HVAC carpentry) is a plus.
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to travel up to 50 of the time
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
- Specific certifications as appropriate
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time climbing up and down ladders bending grasping sitting pulling pushing stooping and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
- Must have a valid CA drivers license
Salary Range: California
$27 $51 USD
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls and therefore must either be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens U.S. nationals lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and asylees and refugees with such status granted not pending.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
