HVAC Specialist

HVAC Specialist Aurora Launch Services (ALS): Aurora Launch Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of Alaska Aerospace, established to provide low cost, highly reliable launch services on a contract basis to both government and commercial space launch customers worldwide. The company is headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, co-located with Alaska Aerospace. Position Summary: The HVAC Specialist is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and associated control systems at the Pacific Spaceport Complex – Alaska (PSCA). This position independently performs skilled technical work to maintain facility environment controls, equipment reliability, and operational readiness of mission-critical systems and support facilities. This position reports to the Facilities Lead and is primarily a hands-on technical role. Location: This is a full-time position based at the Pacific Spaceport Complex – Alaska in Kodiak, AK. Work is performed on-site, with occasional travel to other operational sites in support of mission activities. Primary Job Responsibilities: 1. Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and install HVAC and associated mechanical and electrical equipment serving processing, and related equipment throughout PSCA facilities. 2. Maintain the PPF (ISO Class 7) clean room environmental systems, including temperature, humidity, air pressure, filtration, and other controlled conditions necessary to support mission requirements. 3. Monitor, diagnose, and adjust HVAC systems using building automation and control systems, including Siemens BAS, to maintain operational efficiency and equipment performance. 4. Perform preventative maintenance, equipment inspections, testing, calibration, and corrective repairs to ensure system reliability and minimize operational disruptions. 5. Install, configure, and maintain environmental monitoring equipment and data loggers; retrieve, document, and analyze system data to identify trends and performance concerns. 6. Diagnose equipment malfunctions, identify appropriate corrective actions, and recommend repairs, replacements, or system improvements. 7. Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, preventive maintenance, equipment performance, and related work orders. 8. Coordinate material and equipment needs, maintain necessary supplies and inventory, and support procurement requests for HVAC and clean room operations. 9. Assist with facility modifications, upgrades, and general maintenance activities involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other site infrastructure within the scope of training and qualifications. 10. Support launch, mission, customer, or site operations as required, including extended hours, overtime, weekends, or schedule changes based on operational needs. 11. Follow applicable safety procedures, OSHA guidelines, site rules, security requirements, and company policies. 12. Perform other related duties as assigned. Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Strong working knowledge of commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems, mechanical components, electrical controls, and preventive maintenance practices. Ability to independently diagnose and resolve HVAC system malfunctions using appropriate testing equipment, diagnostic tools, and technical procedures. Knowledge of building automation systems, environmental controls, and equipment monitoring methods. Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, schematics, technical manuals, and equipment specifications. • Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic instruments, vehicles, and maintenance or logistics support equipment as qualified and authorized. Ability to maintain accurate technical documentation, maintenance records, and equipment performance data. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with staff, customers, a…

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