Manager, Facilities (Starbase)

SpaceX • Starbase, TX, TX

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Manager is responsible for keeping mechanical systems in operational working order for Starbase, Texas. The role leads technicians and oversees facilities maintenance, contractors, preventative maintenance, projects, safety and reliability controls, and operational performance. It is based onsite in Starbase, Texas; remote work is not considered. The manager must be available for 24/7 on-call support for facilities troubleshooting and emergency repairs, extended hours and weekends when operational needs require, and travel to other sites as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• At least 3 years of experience in a technical, hands-on capacity in construction, facilities maintenance, or HVAC systems and controls.
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility is required.
• Must be available to travel to other sites as needed.
• Must meet applicable U.S. Government export-control 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

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• Knowledge of building management and automated facilities monitoring systems and processes, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, telecommunications infrastructure, fire suppression systems, generators, and other facility requirements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely explain complex problems to varied audiences.
• Strong work ethic and drive for continuous improvement, balanced with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to oversee projects on time, address varied challenges and deadlines, and work with diverse contacts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team of technicians focused on preventing unplanned interruptions in services to employees and customers.
• Manage scheduling and forecasting, career development, execution, and building safety and reliability controls into operations.
• Work with site leadership to plan, resource, and execute projects based on operational needs, improving processes and efficiency.
• Review work instructions and completed work to improve work-center processes and individual team execution.
• Continuously assess resource needs, support projects, and life-cycle operational costs.
• Oversee contractors performing facilities infrastructure maintenance, including mechanical, HVAC, electrical, building control, and water systems; ensure vendors meet corporate standards and deliver promised services and materials.
• Manage preventative maintenance across all sites and help set priorities and strategies for major repairs or replacements.
• Track and communicate performance indicators, including safety and quality metrics, labor trends, and operating expenses, to the team and executive leadership.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support for facilities troubleshooting and emergency repairs.

What This Job Offers

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