General Plant HVAC Technician, Kennedy Space Center

Overview

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a full-time General Plant HVAC Technician to join our team at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. As a General Plant HVAC Technician, you will perform installations, maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment. Special knowledge and capabilities required for installations, maintenance, and repairs facility heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and equipment. General knowledge of multiple disciplines including building construction, carpentry, roofing, drywall, carpeting/tiling, masonry, painting, gas appliances, electrical and plumbing is required. Position may require working nights, weekends and holidays.

Additional Details

Embark on an extraordinary journey with a job at Kennedy Space Center, where every day allows you to share the excitement of space exploration with our guests. 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance*
• 401 (k) with company match*
• Paid vacation days and holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave*
• Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
• Weekly pay
• 12 complimentary tickets and 4 parking passes per year to share with friends and family
• Attraction share program with 5 visits per year, with up to 3 guests at discounted rates to popular Florida attractions
• Rewards and recognition program with cool gifts and merchandise
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

*Available for eligible team members; part-time team members must earn eligibility

Unit Description

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is the visitor center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. We offer our team members discounted meals, wellness rewards programs, and a 4-week on-the-job training program. Friends and family perks include up to 12 complimentary tickets with 4 parking passes per year to share. Additionally, team members receive 5 visits per year with up to 3 guests for visits at discounted rates to other popular Florida attractions.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose electrical and mechanical malfunctions and complete any required repairs.
• Perform installation, preventive, and repair maintenance on HVAC systems, food storage refrigeration, and freezer systems.
• Aid with construction, painting, and carpentry operations to build or repair facilities.
• Assist in performance of mechanical and structural preventive maintenance operations.
• Label, transport, and dispose of refrigerant cylinders and maintain required records.
• Drive company vehicles around the property.

Qualifications

• You must be at least 21 years old to apply. 
• High school diploma or equivalent experience with completion of trade school or a certified apprenticeship program.
• Valid driver’s license is required. 
• Universal Refrigeration Certification required.
• Experience with refrigeration units, chiller systems, and electrical field equipment.
• Working knowledge of low-voltage controls and electronics.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite and associated software.
• This position requires authorization to work at Kennedy Space Center and completion of all site access requirements. 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolds, or high lift.
• Ability to interpret various codes and blueprints.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent pushing, pulling, squatting, and kneeling.