Construction Technician

SpaceX•Starbase, TX, TX

About The Position

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Construction Technician supports a range of construction, maintenance, and site projects, including framing and building structures, supporting MEP work, operating equipment, and performing earthwork, concrete, and landscaping tasks. The role requires maintaining tools and equipment, following safety guidelines, and helping select and requisition building materials. Work hours depend on site priorities and may include extended hours, weekends, and holidays. Travel to other sites may be required, and work can periodically take place outdoors in extreme weather.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
At least 5 years of residential, commercial, or civil construction experience.
Must be available to travel to other sites as needed.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to perform regular manual labor.
Ability to stand for long periods; climb ladders; and bend, grasp, sit, pull, push, stoop, and stretch as needed.
Valid driver's license.
Must meet U.S. export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a variety of construction environments.
Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, 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 or blueprints, and instructions.
Ability to provide feedback to the design team to improve cost, quality, and aesthetics.
Written and verbal communication skills, including use of MS Outlook and Teams.
Experience in a fast-paced construction environment.
Self-motivated and able to work well with others.
Safety training and experience using forklifts, scissor lifts, and heavy equipment.
Experience with mechanical systems, carpentry, concrete, welding, earthwork, and conduits.

Responsibilities

Frame fences, stairs, decks, walls, floors, sheds, concrete forms, and other structures.
Construct and support various MEP projects.
Use equipment to perform earthwork, demolition, clearing, and cleaning.
Use hand and measurement tools and manual equipment such as saws, squares, and shovels.
Support landscaping projects.
Perform layout, installation, repair, finishing, and maintenance of structures, fixtures, and buildings.
Perform basic concrete work and repair sidewalks, curbs, driveways, and patios.
Operate forklifts, boom lifts, and other heavy equipment.
Follow proper safety guidelines.
Keep tools, materials, and equipment in working condition.
Advise on building material selection and requisition building materials and supplies.
Transport heavy materials in vehicles.