Facilities Technician I — Electrical & Maintenance

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EV charging subsidy

Onsite fitness centers

Discounted gym memberships

Complimentary snacks and beverages

Employee merch store discount

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Facilities Technician to perform electrical maintenance and infrastructure upgrades at our Long Beach, California site. You will work onsite on building electrical systems, coordinate with multiple teams, and support various facilities tasks to keep operations running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and hands-on experience with mechanical or electrical equipment. Proficiency in Office software and a willingness to work flexible hours are required.

Qualifications

• Some hands-on experience or coursework with mechanical and/or electrical equipment (internships, school projects, or part-time work welcome).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, troubleshooting, repair, and upgrade of building electrical systems (120V-480V, 3-phase) under guidance of senior technicians.
• Support electrical infrastructure projects, including power distribution, panel upgrades, machine installations, lighting systems, and equipment tie-ins.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, EHS, Production, IT to define electrical requirements and support timelines.
• Learn to read electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and construction drawings.
• Assist in installing and modifying conduit systems (EMT preferred; rigid/flexible conduits a plus).
• Assist with conductor sizing, breakers, transformers, and distribution equipment per NEC/local codes.
• Help with equipment installations, including procurement support, layout planning, power drops, disconnects, energization.
• Manage and update electrical work orders through JIRA; follow supervisor guidance.
• Ensure work safety and compliance with NEC, OSHA, and local codes; oversee contractors.
• Assist with general facilities maintenance tasks as needed (HVAC, plumbing, painting, minor construction, furniture).

Skills

Hands-on experience

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Facilities Technician to perform electrical maintenance and infrastructure upgrades at our Long Beach, California site. You will work onsite on building electrical systems, coordinate with multiple teams, and support various facilities tasks to keep operations running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and hands-on experience with mechanical or electrical equipment. Proficiency in Office software and a willingness to work flexible hours are required.