The Industrial Cleaning Technician performs cleanroom-quality cleaning as well as standard janitorial and craft repair tasks in and around the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope and ancillary locations under the direction of the assigned Supervisor or Manager.

Essential Functions:

Performs a variety of cleaning, maintenance, and crafts duties in support of facility infrastructure, buildings and equipment.

Maintain cleanliness and operability of Observatory Facility and equipment:
- Carry out specialized cleaning in various machinery spaces as directed by the assigned supervisor.
- Carry out specialized cleaning within optical clean rooms as directed by optical staff.
- Regularly clean building interior (floors, walls, structure, handrails, stairways, etc.) by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, wiping, and/or vacuuming.
- Sanitize equipment and surfaces as instructed.
- Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Service, clean, and supply common areas of the facility. Gather and dispose of rubbish regularly and properly.
- Drive vehicles, including vans and industrial trucks, when required in order to travel to and around the site when performing cleaning work or other assigned tasks.
- Clean fleet vehicle interiors and exteriors and treat to keep free of invasive pests.
- Maintain and inspect assigned areas to prevent pests and invasive species (facility, vehicles, storage yard), and use appropriate PPE when required to distribute insecticides, pesticides, and fumigants.
- Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs in a timely manner.
- Work with the designated engineer or admin to select, request, inventory, and obtain supplies, services and equipment as needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Update and maintain accurate records of cleaning activities, time-keeping and inventory requests on the computer
- Move furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
- Expected to take initiative in their professional development by seeking feedback, improving skills, and identifying areas for personal growth. This includes participating in training opportunities and development programs provided by the organization.
- Contribute to a collaborative, respectful, and productive workplace by maintaining open communication, supporting team efforts, and fostering a sense of belonging within the team.

Desired Functions:

Painting/Drywall/Carpentry - General crafts skills to provide for the general maintenance and upkeep of all structures and/or installations. Includes installation, repair and maintenance of buildings, roofs, interior/exterior walls, floors, ceilings, door hardware, painting and associated finishes.
Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, reach machine, etc. for facility and equipment cleaning, maintenance tasks, handling of materials, disposal of rubbish, etc.
Performs other general maintenance activities as may be assigned.

Other Functions:

Other duties as assigned

Required Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities:

Graduation from high school or vocational school.
Graduation from a recognized crafts apprenticeship program(s) or equivalent training.
Experience working in an industrial environment.
Knowledge of and ability to use general maintenance tools, materials, methods, and practices.
Ability to work independently and follow verbal or written directions.
Ability to cooperate with others as part of a team, and to provide supervision over others.
Ability to read, follow and understand blueprints and pencil sketches for specific job directions as appropriate.
Basic computer skills such as email, word processing, spreadsheets, and others as needed to understand tasking and shift assignments, and to communicate and report on tasks performed in a Computer Maintenance Management System.
Good reading, writing and speaking skills, able to prepare detailed documents and records.
General aptitude for safety practices and other various associated safety issues.
Physical ability to perform work requirements as dictated by job needs (lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, etc.).
Possess a valid state driver’s license, and ability to obtain GSA license.
Awareness of and sensitivity to the cultural and biological significance of the site.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
The employee is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop; kneel; crouch; climb; or crawl.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, ability to distinguish colors, and ability to adjust focus.
Must possess - sufficient mobility, strength, or dexterity in both arms and hands and both legs to a) reach upward, sideways, downward to work with paper files; b) sufficient mobility and dexterity to utilize computer systems, fax machines, copiers, and other office machines.
Must possess:
- Ability to read and understand instructions, drawings, safety guides, and other written materials necessary to perform the job.
- Sufficient visual capacity to perform the applicable functions without assistance of visual aids other than eye contacts or eye glasses.
- Sufficient spoken aural capacity to hear and understand instructions, warning bells, fire alarms, or shouted instructions without assistance of auditory aids other than a hearing aid.
- Ability to impart information orally so that others understand and can respond appropriately.
There will be occasional working at height utilizing appropriate PPE
The position will be based at the Haleakala (DKIST) facility and ability to work at 10,000’ elevation, sometimes during inclement weather, is required.
Occasional travel between the mainland US and the Hawaiian Islands may be necessary.
Availability to work varying shifts, which will include occasional early mornings, nights, and/or weekends

Salary Range: $41,600 - $60,900. The final salary will depend on skills, qualifications and experience.

AURA offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off and retirement plan contributions, competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a very attractive work environment. Details on benefits can be found at https://hr.aura-astronomy.org/benefits-by-location/

The position will remain open until it is filled. To be considered in the first round of reviews, please submit your application by November 1, 2024.

Please submit a cover letter and a CV or resume, PDF files preferred. Please name any attachments with the following format: Lastname Docname.
Application documents that are not uploaded as part of the application may be sent to employment@aura-astronomy.org.
Please enter 3 professional references in your application (references will only be contacted later in the recruitment process).

Veterans, disabled individuals or wounded warriors needing assistance with the employment process should request assistance at employment@aura-astronomy.org

The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) is a consortium of 49 US institutions and 3 international affiliates that operates world-class astronomical observatories for the National Science Foundation and NASA. AURA’s role is to establish, nurture, and promote public observatories and facilities that advance innovative astronomical research. In addition, AURA is deeply committed to public and educational outreach, and to diversity throughout the astronomical and scientific workforce. AURA carries out its role through its astronomical facilities.

As a recipient of U.S. Government funding, AURA is considered a government contractor and is subject to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action regulations. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, AURA does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender identity expression, lawful political affiliations, veteran status, disability, and/or any other legally protected status under applicable federal, state, and local equal opportunity laws. The statements below as well as the requests for self-identification are required pursuant to these regulations. We encourage your participation in meeting these federal reporting requirements which are included for protection and to assist us in our recordkeeping and reporting. Your responses are kept strictly confidential.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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