HVAC Technician, Solar Cells (Starlink) - Day Shift

SpaceX • Bastrop, TX

7d

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking an HVAC Technician to maintain and troubleshoot the cleanroom HVAC and environmental control systems at its solar cell manufacturing facility. These systems are critical to particle control and temperature and humidity stability in solar cell processing areas. The role supports reliable, high-efficiency solar power production for orbital AI platforms.

The technician maintains and repairs HVAC equipment and environmental control systems, performs preventive maintenance, collaborates with engineering teams, and completes system modifications and repairs. The role requires adherence to applicable regulations, safety procedures, and quality policies. Work is in an industrial factory environment and follows one of two 12-hour AWS shifts: A Shift, Sunday–Wednesday, or B Shift, Wednesday–Saturday, both approximately 5:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• At least 2 years of professional experience working with commercial or industrial HVAC systems.
• Ability to stand for up to 6 hours, lift up to 25 pounds unassisted, and maneuver around equipment in a factory setting.
• Ability to work in industrial environments with fumes or odors, noise, hazardous chemicals, and confined spaces.
• Must meet applicable U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in HVAC technology or a related field.
• At least 4 years of professional experience with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Universal EPA certification and knowledge of high-pressure, flammable, and refrigeration gases.
• Experience maintaining HEPA filters and air handling systems in cleanroom or manufacturing environments.
• Basic understanding of refrigeration, motors, and mechanical theory.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to read technical drawings.
• Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and gowning procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• 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

• Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment and cleanroom environmental control systems, including air handlers, chilled water systems, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, and filters.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules for building HVAC systems that support particle control and temperature and humidity stability in solar cell processing areas.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to keep systems in peak operating condition.
• Perform ductwork modifications, brazing, soldering, refrigerant evacuation and charging, water piping, and insulation repairs.
• Follow applicable regulations and procedures, including OSHA, EPA, and NFPA requirements.
• Troubleshoot HVAC and environmental control systems supporting ISO-classified cleanrooms.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to quality and safety policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED