Facilities Crane Technician II

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

Blue Origin, LLC. is a privately owned aerospace company developing technologies that will establish an enduring human presence in space.

As part of our Facilities team, we are seeking a highly motivated Facilities Crane Technician II to contribute to our mission.

Highly motivated individuals interested in space development are invited to apply to our Seattle-based group.

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will share responsibilities for maintaining facilities, cranes, VFD's, motor controls and other critical equipment.

This team is chartered with planning and performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and unplanned servicing of facility systems.

This position will directly impact the history of space exploration requiring your dedication, commitment, and detailed attention towards Blue Origins safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and implementation of a preventive maintenance program for our properties.
• Perform maintenance and repairs of facilities and equipment in-house or serve as the focal point for contracted efforts, as necessary.
• Act as the general contractor on facilities projects, performing functions such as soliciting and evaluating bids, reviewing work efforts, and managing to schedule.
• Organize shop and facility supplies for easy accessibility and maintain equipment in working condition, coordinating with shop personnel and others as needed.
• Assist with the definition and expansion of Blue Origin facilities as necessary.
• Provide general technical and mechanical support on an as needed basis on various building systems.
• Source, order, and confirm receipt of project materials for assigned projects.

Qualifications :

• This position requires at least 5 years of relevant practical experience in industrial facilities, industrial project management and or construction management.
• Applicants should have knowledge of industrial facility infrastructure.
• Proficiency with Crane systems such as Gantry, Jib, and Bridge systems, including 2,000 hours of relevant crane work.
• Understanding of governing codes and standards such as OSHA, ANSI, and WAC, as well as familiarity with motor controls and general mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to read wiring schematics.
• This position requires technical and manufacturing skills, but also a creative and flexible attitude.
• Knowledge of Microsoft word, excel, project and power point programs. Experience with Maximo a plus.
• 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.

Compensation Range for :

WA applicants is $27.72-$38.81

Other site ranges may differ

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

Inclusivity Statement

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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

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 U.

S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

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.

Paid Time Off : Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus : Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members.

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, gender, 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.

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Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and / or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] .

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