Maintenance Technician III; First Shift

Maintenance Technician III (First Shift)

Join Sierra Space as a Maintenance Technician III (First Shift) role.

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.

Our team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration, believing we can deliver on the boldest missions in space. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Technician III to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing routine maintenance and repairs on building infrastructure and equipment to ensure optimal functionality and safety. You will play a key part in troubleshooting issues, conducting preventive maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This position also involves maintaining accurate documentation, responding to maintenance requests, and supporting the development and implementation of facility management strategies.

The key responsibilities include conducting regular inspections of building systems and equipment to identify and address issues, performing preventative maintenance on infrastructure systems such as HVAC, air compressors, air dryers, fire alarms, sprinkler systems, electrical systems, plumbing, and more. The role also involves troubleshooting equipment issues, repairing minor faults to minimize downtime, promptly responding to maintenance requests, accurate record‑keeping, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and company protocols, collaboration with team members and other departments, assisting with equipment moves, procuring maintenance supplies, and supporting facility management plans.

We seek individuals passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower, aligning with our mission to advance space‑based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. Align with our values, mission and goals while meeting the minimum qualifications below. Preferred qualifications are a bonus.

• Typically, 4+ years of related experience.
• Experience in equipment maintenance, with a focus on diagnosing and repairing complex equipment.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance is required.

• Trade school degree in HVAC, Electrical or Electro‑mechanical + 2 years’ experience.
• Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Electronic work order system.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft business applications.
• Familiarity with troubleshooting and basic repair techniques to find root causes of breakdowns or failures.
• Certification in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or mechanical systems.
• Experience with Building Automation systems.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and building codes.
• Must possess reliable transportation and ability to travel between multiple facilities as needed.
• Ability to pass a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to ensure compliance with safety and health standards for job‑related travel and operational duties.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work first shift hours to support standard daytime operational needs.

Pay Range: $29.17 - $40.11 per hour. Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on requisition, skills, internal equity, and market competitiveness.

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps.
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motions many times, requiring finger and hand dexterity.
• Frequently requires vision abilities to include close, distance, depth perception, and color discernment.
• Frequently requires hearing abilities to include discerning different tones and volumes.
• Frequently lift or carry up to 50 lbs.

• Frequently exposed to outdoor elements (high/low…