Facilities Technician, Mechanical (Starlink)
Core
Maintain and repair HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems to ensure zero unplanned interruption in services for SpaceX employees and customers.
Role type
Facilities Technician, Mechanical
Builds
Maintains facilities infrastructure supporting Starlink satellite operations
Domain
Aerospace / Facilities Management
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
HVAC maintenance, plumbing systems, pneumatic principles, rotating machinery repair, mechanical fasteners, refrigeration gases, HEPA filter maintenance, schematic interpretation, hand and machine tool fabrication, forklift and lift operation
Preferred skills
Journeyman or master certification in HVAC/Mechanical/Plumbing/Electrical, high-pressure gas handling, troubleshooting to component level, commercial building codes knowledge, MS Office proficiency
Technologies
HVAC equipment, pumps, air handlers, chilled water systems, condenser pumps, cooling towers, ductwork, piping systems, HEPA filters, AHU filtration systems
Responsibilities
Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment including air handlers, chilled water, and cooling towers; perform ductwork modifications, brazing, soldering, and refrigerant handling; assemble and repair pipes, fittings, heating, water, and drainage systems; conduct hands-on shop work and on-site disassembly, inspection, troubleshooting, and testing of mechanical equipment; read and interpret schematics for assembly and repair; perform failure assessments and safety inspections; adjust and fabricate mechanical parts using hand and machine tools; operate forklifts, scissor lifts, pallet jacks, boom lifts, work trucks, and overhead cranes; open, track, and resolve electronic work tickets; manage priorities with minimal guidance.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC