HVAC Technician (College Station)

SpaceX; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking an HVAC Technician to maintain and repair HVAC systems across facilities, ensuring peak performance and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with engineering and operations teams, perform ductwork and refrigerant service, and uphold OSHA, EPA, NFPA and NEC standards while supporting mission-critical projects. Willingness to travel to company locations and work varied shifts is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 3+ years of professional experience working with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, piping and fasteners.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment on facilities systems including air handlers, chilled water, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, filters, etc.
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedule on launch associated HVAC systems
• Collaborate with engineering and managers to maintain systems in peak operating condition
• Follow all regulations and appropriate the company procedures including quality policies, safety policies, and standards per OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, NFPA, ASME, NEC
• Perform ductwork modifications and various repairs
• Perform brazing, soldering, evacuation and charging of various refrigerants
• Perform water piping and insulation modifications and repairs

Skills

HVAC systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical systems

Pumps & compressors

Education

Associate degree in HVAC technology

Tools

ARI certification

Job description

the company 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 the company is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

HVAC TECHNICIANRESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment on facilities systems including air handlers, chilled water, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, filters, etc.

• Maintain preventative maintenance schedule on launch associated HVAC systems

• Collaborate with engineering and managers to maintain systems in peak operating condition

• Follow all regulations and appropriate the company procedures including quality policies, safety policies, and standards per (OSHA) the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, (EPA) United States Environmental Protection Agency, (NIOSH) National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, (NFPA) National Fire Protection Association, (ASME) the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, (NEC) the National Electrical Code

• Perform ductwork modifications and various repairs

• Perform brazing, soldering, evacuation and charging of various refrigerants

• Perform water piping and insulation modifications and repairs

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 3+ years of professional experience working with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree in HVAC technology

• Knowledge in the following areas: HVAC, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, tubing, pipe-fittings, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors, etc.), and a variety of mechanical fasteners

• Universal certification from the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI)

• Knowledge of high pressure gas, flammable gas, and refrigeration gases

• Professional experience maintaining high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters and standard air handling unit (AHU) filtration systems

• Basic understanding of the theory of operation for refrigeration, motors, and mechanics

• Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies and industry standards

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to travel to various the company locations for mission critical projects

• Must be able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed

• Stand: Up to 10 hours per day

• Sit: Up to 3 hoursper day

• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day

• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day

• Walk: Up to 6 hours per day

• Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day

• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day

• Kneel/Crouch: up to 1 hour per day

• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day

• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• 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.

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company 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.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of the company’s Affiéative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out [e-mail]*.*