Facilities Building Operations Technician at General Dynamics Mission Systems in North Carolina

Responsibilities

• General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) is seeking a Facilities Building Operations Technician. This position is for a self- directed technician responsible for overseeing all aspects of building/facility and operations infrastructure. Apply fundamentals and advanced knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, generators, boilers, chillers, compressed/instrument air, filtering, ventilation, plumbing, computers, vacuum, hydraulics, pumps, pneumatics, equipment installation, and preventative maintenance.
• Interpret, understand, and work from complex manufacturer’s documents such as electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and mechanical drawings
• Install new machinery including moving, leveling, piping, wiring, initial set up, initial performance tests and prove-in. Perform functional tests of the supporting utility services to verify their functionality before start-up
• Perform equipment preventive maintenance including lubrication, adjustments, cleaning, inspection, calibration, and
• performance verification
• Troubleshoot and repair of all types of refrigeration systems, city and deionized water systems, compressed air systems, instrument air filtering systems, medium pressure boiler and steam systems, water treatment systems, electric generators, chillers, pumps, ventilation systems, pneumatic systems, mechanical systems, electrical systems, electronic systems, and operations software problems
• Perform diagnostic techniques by utilizing mechanical and electronic measuring equipment in the absence of complete procedural information
• Interface with Engineering, installation contractors, and manufacturers to perform refrigeration, water, boiler,
• electrical and mechanical retrofits, modifications, and operational software changes Independently plan work assignments and perform duties with minimum supervision
• Collaborate with functional personnel within and across organizations to resolve problems and recommend solutions based on trades knowledge
• Perform other trades work as required by the needs of the business Undergo additional job-related training as designated by the Company
• Accurately document maintenance activity using Company status and tracking systems Order, manage, and maintain maintenance materials, supplies, and tools
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment problems to keep downtime at acceptable levels

Requirements

• Associate degree in Industrial Systems Technology, HVAC or equivalent and/or knowledge acquired by industrial practical experience (5 year minimum)
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
• Possess an Environmental Protection Agency Universal refrigeration license and have a working knowledge of refrigeration and chiller systems
• Possess (within 6 months of hire) appropriate North Carolina Boiler Operation license required for the medium pressure boiler and steam systems and have a working knowledge of medium pressure steam systems Passing score on technical knowledge assessment tests
• Qualification assessment interview
• Demonstration of the ability to adequately perform all associated trades functions
• Must possess a working knowledge of personal computers and building environmental control software (preferably Allerton IBEX for Windows)
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Working knowledge of MS office software packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Skills

Required

• HVAC
• Electrical systems
• Generators
• Boilers
• Chillers
• Compressed/instrument air
• Filtering
• Ventilation
• Plumbing
• Computers
• Vacuum
• Hydraulics