Facilities Technician

axiomspace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a resilient Facilities Technician to support expanding and outfitting our facilities, ensuring safe, reliable building systems and proactive maintenance. You will troubleshoot, repair, and install components across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related infrastructure.

You should have 5+ years of facilities experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or trade school equivalent.
• 5+ years of facilities experience in a fast-moving environment.
• HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing experience preferred.
• Ability to solve problems proactively and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all projects are completed efficiently and safely.
• Maintain and repair facilities and equipment.
• Provide scheduled and emergency repairs.
• Visit job sites daily to document quality, safety, and progress.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders and leadership.
• Operate and maintain shop equipment; knowledge of heavy machinery is a plus.

Skills

Problem solving

Organization

Communication

Hand and power tools

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Education

High school diploma / trade school

Tools

HVAC tools

Electrical testing tools

Plumbing tools

Gas piping tools

Job description

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next‑generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com .

Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low‑Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission‑driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

POSITION SUMMARY

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high‑energy Facilities Technician , our team is looking for an energetic and dynamic Facilities Technician who will primarily be responsible for aiding Axiom's Facilities team with expanding and outfitting all our facilities to meet Axiom's expanding business needs. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about thoughtful building systems and excels at problem solving. The role requires strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsibilities will include ensuring all projects are completed efficiently, and safely
• Maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment
• Provide scheduled and emergency/unscheduled repairs
• Communication with management
• Oversight & Install/repair: HVAC systems, cabinets, partitions, shelves, drop ceilings, floors, doors, locks, faucets, water heaters, lighting, and related items
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Operating and Maintaining Shop Equipment
• Operating heavy machinery, such as forklifts, overhead cranes, and manlifts is a plus
• Visit job sites daily to document and ensure the quality, safety, and progress of the work
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• High school Diploma/GED or trade school equivalent
• 5+ years of facilities experience
• HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing experience preferred
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast‑moving environments
• Uses good judgement to problem‑solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high‑quality results

Core Skills

• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross‑functionally
• Tech‑solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster
• Proven experience in a hands on/mechanical background
• Computer skills such as Word and Excel
• Basic understanding of technical aspects of HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical issues
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot and repair mechanical, structural plumbing, and electrical issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding organizational abilities
• Must be able to work independently, take ownership and responsibility for all work done with attention to detail
• Must be familiar with a wide variety of hand/power tools and be able to adapt to the use of new tools
• Experience with gas piping systems for aerospace services, including nitrogen, helium, oxygen, and compressed air preferred
• Must be available to work demanding schedules including overtime, weekends, and on‑call duty
• Ability to work in a fast pace, dynamic environment, under possible extended work hours and tight deadlines
• Attention to detail, ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems

Core Competencies:

Embody our core values of leadership , innovation , and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution Discipline
• Pride of Delivery

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or o