Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.  

Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Knoxville, Tennessee facility. This position will be for 12 weeks.

Role Overview

At Beehive Industries, we believe there is a better way to meet our customer’s needs. Through Additive Manufacturing, Beehive Industries helps develop and produce solutions for our customers at unprecedented speeds, while never compromising the aerospace level quality that they need for their critical work. This role will be located at our Knoxville, Tennessee facility.

Beehive Industries has an exciting opportunity for a Facility Operations Technician at our Knoxville, TN facility. Working closely with our manufacturing and engineering teams, the Facility Operations Technician
is responsible for the maintenance of facility, equipment and support equipment. The right candidate must have a strong technical and mechanical aptitude.

What You'll Do...

• Perform general industrial maintenance including fabrication, installation and inspections of equipment and devices. May include service or repair work on plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, motors, pumps, electrical systems, pneumatic tube, lighting, flooring, window coverings, walls and other systems
• Perform periodic inspections of buildings and equipment. Make recommendations on needed repairs, installation, etc
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and annual preventative maintenance on building envelope and equipment including chillers, compressors, generators, Additive, CNC and other support equipment
• Manage facility ticketing and asset tracking systems to prioritize requests and workload
• Manage and support the set up and breakdown of furniture and props for various events throughout the building
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed

You have...

• Dynamic and active communicator – able to personally lead selected projects and communicate with external firms and consultants
• Hands-on experience with building systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing and compressed gas
• Experience with facilities management, operations, design, renovations, repairs and/or construction management
• Strong collaboration skills – demonstrated ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment
• Competent computer skills related to Microsoft office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• High school diploma or equivalent
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance

 Nice to have:

• Lean / Six Sigma or other process management training
• Additive Manufacturing machining experience a plus 
• Automotive or aircraft technician background a plus
• You’re punctual, dependable and a self-starter
• You’re a team player

Physical Requirements

These requirements are based on the typical tasks associated with the position and are critical for ensuring safety, productivity, and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Remain in a standing or sitting stationary position for 3-4 hours per day (1-2 hours at one time)
• Move about 3-4 hours per day (1-2 hours at one time)
• Frequently lift or carry objects between 26 – 45 pounds
• Frequently push or pull objects between 26-45 pounds
• Frequently reach at or below shoulder level and occasionally reach overhead
• Frequently use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls
• Occasionally bend, stoop, or twist
• Occasionally crouch, kneel, and squat
• Frequently typing on a keyboard
• Effectively communicate in person and via telephone or other electronic devices

If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. This could be the opportunity you are looking for to expand your skills, contribute to a winning team, and work with talented people who love what they do and take pride in our mission.

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.