Crane Technician: Maintenance & 24/7 On-Call Expert

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision, dental

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Crane Technician (Maintenance & Service) to maintain crane assets across the campus. You will diagnose, repair and service fixed cranes and coordinate with engineering and facilities teams.

The role requires 5+ years crane experience, a high school diploma, and willingness to on-call. This is a non-remote position with relocation if not local.

SpaceX offers comprehensive benefits and a compensation package with levels and stock options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' crane technician experience.
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.

Responsibilities

• Support a team responsible for all facilities crane and elevator operations to ensure zero unplanned interruptions of services to employees and customers.
• Diagnose, repair and troubleshoot various types of fixed cranes (bridge, gantry, jib).
• Coordinate the planning, budgeting, scheduling, and scope of work enforcement for facilities crane operations and elevator services.
• Understanding of control circuitry, wiring and ability to install a radio control system and variable frequency drive.
• Open, track, and resolve electronic work tickets on SpaceX’s custom work order system.
• Consult with production engineering and facilities construction for required crane systems.
• Prioritize tasks and projects effectively to drive department efficiency and eliminate blockers to critical path.
• Have high regard for personal safety and safety of others while providing safety leadership and driving a culture of safety excellence.
• Assure there is compliance with all Federal, State and local building codes as related to facilities crane and elevator operations.

Skills

Crane experience

Electrical knowledge

Safety leadership

Microsoft Office

Blueprints reading

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Shop equipment

Forklifts

Boom lifts

Job description

Crane Technician (Maintenance & Service)

Hawthorne, CA

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

CRANE TECHNICIAN (MAINTENANCE & SERVICE)

As a member of the critical infrastructure team, you will help design, build, activate and maintain some of the world’s most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As a crane technician, you will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of all crane assets across campus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support a team responsible for all facilities crane and elevator operations to ensure zero unplanned interruptions of services to employees and customers.
• Diagnose, repair and troubleshoot various types of fixed cranes (bridge, gantry, jib).
• Coordinate the planning, budgeting, scheduling, and scope of work enforcement for facilities crane operations and elevator services.
• Understanding of control circuitry, wiring and ability to install a radio control system and variable frequency drive.
• Open, track, and resolve electronic work tickets on SpaceX’s custom work order system.
• Consult with production engineering and facilities construction for required crane systems.
• Prioritize tasks and projects effectively to drive department efficiency and eliminate blockers to critical path.
• Have high regard for personal safety and safety of others while providing safety leadership and driving a culture of safety excellence.
• Assure there is compliance with all Federal, State and local building codes as related to facilities crane and elevator operations.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years' of crane technician experience.
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• PMP, BOC Level I or Level II, or CFM/FMP certifications.
• Experience with bridge and gantry cranes.
• Experience with modification of crane parts.
• Knowledge of welding operations.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to utilize shop equipment for repairs or inspections.
• Experience with bridge and gantry cranes.
• Ability to read, interpret and understand technical language in specifications, schematics and blueprints.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing atmosphere safely and follow safety practices and regulations.
• Ability to work in high-volume, fast paced environment.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Possess a strong work ethic and problem solving attitude.
• Strong organizational and collaborative communication skills are essential.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Provide 24/7 on-call support of all critical activities and emergency situations.
• This isnota remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA area.
• Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed.
• Ability to work and remain focused in confined spaces and hazardous environments while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Ability to stand, crawl, stoop, and push or lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts when needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $30.00 - $38.00
Level 2: $34.00 - $43.00
Level 3: $38.00 - $48.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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