Construction Technician, Starbase Infrastructure

SpaceX•Starbase, TX, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Starbase is expanding its site infrastructure to support ongoing operations and growth. We are seeking technicians to help build, maintain, and improve industrial facilities, utilities, and civil infrastructure across the site.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of commercial, industrial, or civil construction experience
Work hours depend on site priorities and may require extended hours, weekends, and holidays; flexibility required
Periodic work in extreme outdoor environments: heat, cold, wind, rain
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to perform regular manual labor
Must be able to stand for long periods of time; work at heights, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required
Must have a valid driver’s license
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in many construction environments
Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R), concrete, framing, and industrial gas trade systems
Knowledge of basic math, engineering, and construction principles and methods
Ability to read, understand, and follow detailed schematics, drawings/blueprints, and instructions
Ability to offer feedback to the design team to improve cost, quality, and constructability
Written and verbal communication skills; use of MS Outlook and Teams
Experience in a fast-paced construction environment
Self-motivated and works well with others
Safety training and use of forklifts, scissor lifts, and heavy equipment
Experience with mechanical systems, carpentry, concrete, welding, earthwork, and conduits

Responsibilities

Frame walls, floors, stairs, platforms, concrete forms, and other industrial structures
Construct and support various MEP projects
Use equipment to perform earthwork, demolition, site clearing, and cleanup
Use hand and measurement tools and manual equipment (saws, squares, shovels, etc.)
Support site civil and outdoor infrastructure projects
Layout, installation, repair, finishing, and maintenance of structures, fixtures, and buildings
Basic concrete work and repair on slabs, pads, curbs, and site walkways
Operate forklifts, boom lifts, and other heavy equipment
Adhere to proper safety guidelines at all times
Keep tools, materials, and equipment in working condition
Advise in the selection of building materials; requisition building materials and supplies
Transport various heavy materials in vehicles