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As the HVAC Maintenance Technician in Diego Garcia, Serco-NA, in conjunction with the United States Space Force (USSF) are responsible for tracking all man-made objects in orbit.

This mission is vital to keeping existing satellites safe and to provide critical information to organizations launching new satellites in the future. One of the assets USSF uses to accomplish this mission is the Ground-Based Electro-Optical Deep Space Surveillance (GEODSS) System.

This optical sensor is employed at three (3) different locations around the world (White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico; Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory; and Maui, Hawaii) and helps track the objects in deep space orbit (altitude of 10,000 to 45,000 km).

This is a unique work-site, so being a part of the Serco-NA GEODSS Team, you will be offered Special Incentives:

• Free Internet,
• Meal allowances,
• Competitive salaries,
• Retention Bonus,
• Paid Time-Off, and many more.

In this role, you will:

• Test, inspect, maintain, and repair assigned facilities, equipment, and systems in accordance with Operating Instructions (OIs), Preventive Maintenance Instructions (PMIs), manufacturer's instructions, specifications, drawings, and other applicable documents.
• Perform corrosion control and treatment functions as applicable to all assigned systems and equipment.
• Assure environmental pollution control and Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) directives and procedures are followed.
• Perform or support the development of maintenance documentation (PMIs, OIs, etc.) as directed, and performs documentation maintenance as applicable to assure all documentation is in a current state including maintenance and operations instructions and as-built drawings.
• Maintain logs, records and inspection forms, which reflect equipment status, inspections and maintenance repair activities.
• Support the operation and maintenance of mission equipment and perform other duties such as logistics and transportation functions, general housekeeping, and roads and grounds maintenance.
• Assist with oversight and monitoring of facility upgrades.
• Perform duties as the primary Environmental Compliance Contact (ECC).
• Update, maintain and implement a site-specific spill response plan.
• Create update and maintain a Det Emergency Response GOI.
• Operate, inspect, test, maintain and repair RP and all real property installed equipment (RPIE).
• Maintain inventory listings of all RPIE.
• Maintain and update maintenance manuals for all RPIE, Power Conditioning and Continuation Interface equipment (PCCIE) and ancillary equipment.
• Maintain and update RPIE drawings.
• Respond to emergency conditions within two hours and eliminate condition within 24 hours.
• Act as Backflow Prevention Manager; Implement a cross connection and backflow prevention program; inspect, test, install, repair and replace backflow prevention devices.
• Maintain HVAC systems.
• Perform duties as Equipment Custodian.
• Provide engineering services, technical support and design reviews.
• Manage the fire protection program.
• Request entomology support as needed.
• Provide safe ingress and egress on sidewalks and steps to the GEODSS building exits. Identify all snow removal and ice control requirements in writing.
• Maintain all areas in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition; Remove refuse from the GEODSS facilities and place in dumpsters provided by the Host Installation.
• Manage the receipt, storage, inspection, and distribution of HAZMAT brought onto the Det. Maintain MSDS and list of HAZMAT.
• Maintain keys and coordinate any key related requirements or issues with the Host.
• Maintain Non-ILS-S inventory items, shop stock, operating stock and ESD items.
• Maintain equipment accounts and supply point accountability at 100%.
• Act as primary DIFM Monitor, Bench Stock Monitor, Equipment Custodian, Supply Point Monitor, Shelf-life Monitor, Precious Metals Recovery Program Monitor, Activity Supply Limited Inspector, Environmental Compliance Contact, and Records Custodian.
• Coordinate with Host Base(s) to assure adequate stocks are maintained.
• Coordinate and perform packing, crating, shipment of Government property, material pickup and delivery.
• Provide, as required, local purchase support.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Active DoD Secret Security clearance. Top Secret Preferred
• Must have High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Completion of an accredited electrician trade school in air conditioning and refrigeration. Course in control circuits and protective devices desirable. Completion of accredited trade school in heating/plumbing mechanic.
• Minimum of 3 years' related experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems, refrigeration, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. If performing the duties of the heating/plumbing mechanic, must have three (3) years' experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of heating and plumbing systems.
• Must be able to work shift duty due to 24/7 operations environment.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Certifications:

• Journeyman or Master Plumber license from any U.S. State, or completion of local journeyman plumber program.
• HVAC: EPA Universal HVAC certification.
• Backflow prevention: Certificated initial and refresher training from any state/local or Air Force approved certificated Backflow Prevention training program.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!