Facilities Technician, Mechanical (Starlink)New

The opportunity

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

What you'll do

  • Collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers to maintain systems in: peak operating condition, and to develop/update detailed work instructions for proper equipment preventative maintenance dedicated to ensuring zero unplanned interruption in services to employees and customers

  • Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment on facilities systems including: air handlers, chilled water, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, filters, etc.

  • Perform ductwork modifications, brazing, soldering, evacuation & charging of: various refrigerants, water piping, insulation modifications and repairs

  • Assemble, install, repair, and maintain pipes, fittings, heating, water, and: drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes

  • Perform hands-on shop work and/or on-site disassembly, inspection, reporting,: cleaning, troubleshooting, reassembly, and testing of pumps and other mechanical equipment

  • Ensure work and used materials are in compliance with manufacturer specifications

What they're looking for

  • Read and interpret schematics for assembly, repair, and reassembly as required
  • Perform failure assessments and day-to-day safety inspections: making recommendations to the supervisor as required
  • Adjust and fabricate mechanical parts using hand and machine tools for mechanical repairs/upgrades
  • Present information on equipment maintenance statuses for all critical: facilities as required for internal and external customers