Facilities Technician, Solar Cells (Starlink) - Day Shift

SpaceX•Bastrop, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

At SpaceX, we are building the next generation of space infrastructure to enable large-scale AI data centers in orbit. These orbital AI platforms require massive amounts of reliable, high-efficiency solar power to support intensive computing workloads in space. To make this possible, we are standing up one of the largest solar cell manufacturing facilities in the world. We are seeking a Facilities Technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building infrastructure and utility systems that keep the solar cell production environment stable.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of professional experience working with HVAC, plumbing, pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical systems

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, rotating machinery, and/or mechanical systems
Technical certification, journeyman, or master license in HVAC, mechanical, or plumbing
Experience maintaining cleanroom or high-volume manufacturing utility systems
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems
Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and gowning procedures
Familiarity with commercial building codes and ability to read schematics and blueprints
Experience with lock-out/tag-out, job hazard analysis, and chemical safety protocols
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and executing digital work instructions
Demonstrated punctuality, ability to work in a high-stress environment, and flexibility to adjust priorities

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building infrastructure and utility systems to keep the solar cell production environment stable and reliable
Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment, chilled water systems, pumps, cooling towers, valves, filters, piping, and associated mechanical systems
Perform ductwork modifications, brazing, soldering, evacuation and charging of refrigerants, water piping, and insulation repairs
Assemble, install, repair, and maintain pipes, fittings, and mechanical systems according to specifications and codes
Conduct hands-on disassembly, inspection, troubleshooting, reassembly, and testing of mechanical equipment
Perform failure assessments, safety inspections, and recommend improvements to the supervisor
Adjust and fabricate mechanical parts using hand and machine tools
Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, pallet jacks, boom lifts, and overhead cranes as needed
Open, track, and resolve electronic work tickets; collaborate with engineers and managers to maintain peak operating condition
Ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, regulations, and safety standards