General Maintenance Technician

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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! 

We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a hardworking team of facilities specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will play a critical role in the daily operations and maintenance of our state-of-the-art HVAC and other environmental control systems. With nearly 2M square feet of buildings and 500 acres of property and associated utilities, you will not only be responsible for the HVAC and their associated controls, but also in responding to trouble calls where your skills may also apply.

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 and vision is required!

• Performing routine maintenance around the building such as fixing structural damage, for example, window, door or wall repair
• Repairing broken or leaking plumbing to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures
• Working on damaged electrical wiring when a shortage or severed wire occurs
• Maintaining the building HVAC equipment in order to keep climate control in the facility functioning properly
• Manage and track service tickets, ensuring timely resolution and accurate reporting
• Support company events and assist with small facility-related projects
• Install, repair, and maintain fixtures, furnishings, equipment, and interior/exterior finishes
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards to maintain compliance with workplace safety standards
• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and future repair needs
• Assist with facility improvements such as painting, sealing, and minor construction tasks

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable.
• Must be able to reach with arms and grasp with hands.
• Must be able to push, pull.
• Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, kneel.
• Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights.
• 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.  
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels.
• Exposure to outdoor elements.
• Use various tools to include standard electronic hand tools, precision measuring instruments, shop equipment (drill press, grinder, saws, etc.), fabrication equipment (wire-wrap, crimp, and solder station), as necessary to accomplish assigned work.
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms.
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships 
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Willingness and ability to advance.
• Safe work habits.
• Self-motivated individual.

• Core Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• Self-motivated with a proactive work ethic
• Adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate across teams

• Work Environment & Schedule

• Full-time position (40 hours/week)
• Flexible scheduling required, including weekends
• May involve extended shifts (up to 12 hours) based on operational needs
• Schedule can change to support launches.

Don’t 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 you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t 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.