Facilities Technician, Solar Cells (Starlink) - Day Shift

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Facilities Technician to ensure the stability and reliability of the solar cell production environment. Responsibilities include maintenance of HVAC systems, troubleshooting mechanical equipment, and compliance with safety standards. Candidates must have a high school diploma and 2+ years of relevant experience. The role requires the ability to work in industrial environments and availability for specific shifts. SpaceX is committed to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience working with HVAC, plumbing, pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building infrastructure and utility systems.
• Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment and associated mechanical systems.
• Conduct inspection, troubleshooting, and testing of mechanical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards.

Skills

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Job description

Bastrop, TX

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 of enabling human life on Mars.

At SpaceX, we are building the next generation of space infrastructure to enable large-scale AI data centers in orbit. These orbital AI platforms require massive amounts of reliable, high-efficiency solar power to support intensive computing workloads in space. To make this possible, we are standing up one of the largest solar cell manufacturing facilities in the world. We are seeking a Facilities Technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building infrastructure and utility systems that keep the solar cell production environment stable.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building infrastructure and utility systems to keep the solar cell production environment stable and reliable
• Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment, chilled water systems, pumps, cooling towers, valves, filters, piping, and associated mechanical systems
• Perform ductwork modifications, brazing, soldering, evacuation and charging of refrigerants, water piping, and insulation repairs
• Assemble, install, repair, and maintain pipes, fittings, and mechanical systems according to specifications and codes
• Conduct hands‑on disassembly, inspection, troubleshooting, reassembly, and testing of mechanical equipment
• Perform failure assessments, safety inspections, and recommend improvements to the supervisor
• Adjust and fabricate mechanical parts using hand and machine tools
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, pallet jacks, boom lifts, and overhead cranes as needed
• Open, track, and resolve electronic work tickets; collaborate with engineers and managers to maintain peak operating condition
• Ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, regulations, and safety standards

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of professional experience working with HVAC, plumbing, pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical systems

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, rotating machinery, and/or mechanical systems
• Technical certification, journeyman, or master license in HVAC, mechanical, or plumbing
• Experience maintaining cleanroom or high-volume manufacturing utility systems
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems
• Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and gowning procedures
• Familiarity with commercial building codes and ability to read schematics and blueprints
• 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

Additional Requirements

• Ability to stand 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/odors, noise, hazardous chemicals, and confined spaces
• Must be available for one of the following AWS shifts (start and end times are approximate):
  • A Shift – 5:00am‑5:00pm, Sunday‑Wednesday
  • B Shift – 5:00am‑5:00pm, Wednesday‑Saturday
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.