Role summary
SpaceX's Starlink team is seeking a Facilities Technician, Mechanical to maintain and repair critical facility systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and other mechanical equipment. This role involves hands-on work, troubleshooting, and ensuring systems operate at peak condition to prevent service interruptions. The technician will read schematics, perform failure assessments, and ensure compliance with codes and specifications. Responsibilities also include operating various lifts and machinery, using Microsoft Office for reporting, and managing electronic work tickets. The position requires a high school diploma and 3+ years of experience with mechanical, HVAC, or plumbing systems, with preferred certifications and knowledge in specific areas like refrigerant handling and electrical safety. This is an onsite role with demanding shift work and overtime requirements.
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, MECHANICAL (STARLINK)
SpaceX is leveraging our experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation and most advanced broadband internet system. We provide reliable and fast internet to millions of users worldwide, including populations with little or no connectivity, rural communities, aircraft, watercraft, and places where existing services are unreliable, too expensive, or disconnected by natural disasters. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system, thousands of satellites and consumer antennae that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing. The Starlink team is seeking out the best-in-class professionals to maximize Starlink’s potential for communities and businesses around the globe.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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
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
Operate a forklift, scissor lift, pallet jack, boom lift, work truck, and overhead crane
Written and verbal communication skills, use of MS Outlook and Teams
Open, track and resolve electronic work tickets on SpaceX systems
Take on additional responsibilities as needed as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance
Follow and ensure site compliance with all applicable SpaceX, local, state, and federal building codes, regulations, and laws BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent certificate
3+ years of professional experience working with HVAC, plumbing, pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, or electrical systems PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge in the following areas: HVAC, plumbing, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, tubing, pipefittings, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors, etc.), and a variety of mechanical fasteners
Technical certification, journeyman, or master in HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing, or Electrical Systems
Knowledge of high-pressure gas, flammable gas, and refrigeration gases
Professional experience maintaining high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters and standard air handling unit (AHU) filtration systems
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems down to the component level
Familiar with commercial building codes
Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical language in specifications, schematics, and blueprints
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to generate service reports and communicate within the company including skills to navigate web-based service literature and programs
Demonstrates a consistent record of punctual schedule adherence
Comfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
Must be willing to train on 1st shift for initial 30 days (with potential to go up to 60 days) and work one of the following Alternating Work Schedule shifts upon completion of training: Schedule A: 5:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Sunday – Tuesday + every other Wednesday)
Schedule B: 5:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Thursday – Saturday + every other Wednesday)
Schedule C: 5:00 PM – 5:30 AM (Sunday – Tuesday + every other Wednesday)
Schedule D: 5:00 PM – 5:30 AM (Thursday – Saturday + every other Wednesday) Schedule may vary depending on site operational needs and flexibility is required regarding overtime and weekend support
Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small opening and climbing hand over hand, lifting up to 25 lbs. unassisted, and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Must be willing to work onsite, remote work not considered
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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
Facilities Technician - 3rd ShiftnVent · Anoka, MN · Onsite
