Facilities Electrician II 2nd Shift

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were 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!

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 whats 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 employees 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 employees 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 operations
• Ability to earn trust maintain positive and professional relationships and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Must be flexable with shifts / schedules
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Desired:

• OSHA 30
• NFPA 70E
• EPA Universal Technician
• Experience with aerospace manufacturing or integration and test sites
• Exposure to HVAC fluid handling/pumping fluid filtering mechanical systems
• Preparing and submitting purchase order requests
• Developing sources for stock materials

Culture Statement

Dont meet all desired requirements Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding) Road Test Hours of Service Drug and Alcohol Testing vehicle inspection requirements CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical dental vision basic and supplemental life insurance paid parental leave short and long-term disability 401(k) with a company match of up to 5% and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting retaining and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications performance and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust equality and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire promotion and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin/ethnicity age physical or mental disability genetic factors military/veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by federal state and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal state and local laws including the Washington Fair Chance Act the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance and other applicable laws. For more information on Know Your Rights please see here.

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