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Facilities Supervisor

RemoteRemoteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • facilities management
  • team leadership
  • site improvements
  • preventive maintenance
  • vendor management
  • budget management
  • vendor negotiation
  • cost optimization
  • asset management software
  • HVAC

Nice to have

  • construction management
  • multi-family housing
  • hospitality
  • remote sites
  • cruise ships
  • campuses

Role summary

We are seeking a Facilities Supervisor to lead a team responsible for all facilities operations, including maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, janitorial, landscaping, and waste management, ensuring zero disruptions for over 1,000 residents and critical operations. This role involves managing third-party vendors, optimizing contracts, driving cost savings, and executing strategic site improvement projects. The supervisor will oversee maintenance and repairs across diverse assets like housing, F&B venues, and recreation facilities, and implement a proactive preventive maintenance program. Responsibilities also include monitoring construction projects, coaching a team of technicians, and dynamically prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma, 3+ years in facilities management, and 1+ year of team leadership are required. A Bachelor's degree, budget management, vendor negotiation, and experience with asset management software are preferred.

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 SUPERVISOR

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead a high-performing team handling all facilities operations—including general maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, janitorial, landscaping, waste management, and site improvements—to deliver zero unplanned disruptions for 1,000+ residents and critical Starship operations
  • Manage third-party vendors (e.g., janitorial, contractors) to enforce corporate standards, optimize contracts, and drive cost savings while maintaining top-tier service
  • Develop, plan, and execute strategic site improvement projects aligned with business goals, from residential upgrades to amenity enhancements
  • Oversee maintenance, repairs, and installations across diverse assets: housing, employee lodging, food & beverage venues, recreation facilities, and private school—ensuring safe, comfortable living in a remote frontier
  • Design and implement a proactive preventive maintenance program for launch and support facilities, minimizing downtime and maximizing efficiency
  • Monitor construction projects to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with zero impact to ongoing operations or critical paths
  • Coach, develop, and inspire a team of maintenance technicians and trades professionals to peak performance
  • Prioritize tasks dynamically in a fast-paced environment, eliminating blockers and innovating for continuous improvement
  • BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency diploma
  • 3+ years of professional experience with facilities management
  • 1+ years of experience leading a team or project
  • PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, facilities management, or related field
  • Proven budget management and vendor negotiation skills, with a track record of cost optimization
  • Experience in multi-family housing, hospitality, or large-scale community/resort operations (e.g., cruise ships, campuses, or remote sites)
  • Expertise with asset management software and building systems (HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression, generators, fuel systems)
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • High attention to detail, relentless focus on cleanliness/standards, and ability to thrive independently in dynamic, deadline-driven settings
  • Innovative problem-solver who anticipates needs and drives efficiency in high-volume, 24/7 environments
  • ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be willing to relocate to Starbase, TX and travel to remote Moon Corps sites on critical projects (up to 85% travel)
  • Ability to provide 24/7 on-call support for emergencies and critical operations
  • 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.

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