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.

FACILITIES TECHNICIAN (STARLINK)

Starlink is the worlds first and largest satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit to deliver broadband internet capable of supporting streaming, online gaming, video calls and more. Leveraging advanced satellites and user hardware coupled with our deep experience with both spacecraft and on-orbit operations, Starlink delivers high-speed, low-latency internet to users all over the world.

The Facilities Technician position will provide maintenance, support, coordination, repair, and general facilities services to our Starlink facilities in Redmond and Woodinville. You will operate as a point of contact for general maintenance vendors and tradesmen across the campus while working in collaboration with the Facilities Management team and will oversee and execute on service request, preventative maintenance, external vendor scheduling, and coordination of access to campus buildings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine building maintenance tasks including non-technical troubleshooting and repair of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and/or carpentry requests
• Conduct repairs to the facilities and premises as assigned including painting, patching walls, replacing ceiling tiles, assembling furniture, office equipment, and kitchen equipment, installing, replacing, and repairing carpet, tiles, etc.
• Coordinate and manage multi-trade projects working with skilled partners and vendors while communicating with production engineers and production management on project timelines
• Perform inspections and repairs to assigned property interior and exterior areas, including walls, flooring, installed fixtures, roofing systems, and lighting
• Aid janitorial and hospitality staff with general requests for support in the production and office spaces including moving furniture, racks, and equipment, disposing of garbage using forklifted dumpster bins, set-up and tear down of special event areas
• Manage other campus-wide operations and maintenance programs and inventory spaces assigned by facilities management
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts when needed
• Open, track, and resolve electronic work tickets on SpaceX’s custom work order system
• Adhere to proper safety guidelines at all times

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of facilities and/or maintenance experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in construction, project management, equipment maintenance, and tenant improvements
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R), concrete, framing, and industrial gas trade
• Knowledge of basic engineering and construction principles and methodology
• Familiar with industrial air fittings and maintenance
• Able to read instructions and blueprints
• Project management software, MS Excel, Word, or other project tracking software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, use of MS Outlook and Teams
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing facility
• Safety training and use of fork lifts, scissor lifts, cranes & hoists, fall protection equipment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work the following shift: Sunday-Thursday 6:00am-4:00pm
• Must be willing to work overtime and on weekends to meet critical deadlines if needed
• On-call 1x per month
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, climb up and down ladders; bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Must have a valid driver’s license
  

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Facilities Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $25.00/hour
Facilities Technician/Level 2: $24.50 - $29.00/hour
Facilities Technician/Level 3: $27.00 - $32.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliancespacex.com.