Maintenance Technician (Food Services)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Maintenance Technician for its Food Services Department, responsible for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. This role involves advanced assembly and installation, preventive maintenance routines, and ensuring equipment functionality. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and extensive experience, offering an opportunity to contribute to SpaceX’s mission of exploration.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

3 Weeks Paid Vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance or food service operations.
• Intermediate understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Valid CA Food Handler’s Card preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and develop preventive maintenance for food services equipment.
• Respond to and manage maintenance requests and tickets.
• Provide troubleshooting reports to vendors.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Forklifts

Job description

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.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (FOOD SERVICES)

The Food Services Maintenance Technician position is responsible for supporting equipment maintenance and repair for the Food Services Department. This includes but is not limited to the following: advanced troubleshooting of issues, advanced assembly and installation, performing and developing preventative maintenance routines, and intermediate repair work.

This individual must possess good organizational skills and the ability to manage team workloads and time management against a dynamic workload in a collaborative team environment. They will also provide follow up communication and documentation of workload to customers, vendors, and throughout the department both verbally and in writing. The Food Services Maintenance Technician supports the mission by ensuring all departmental equipment is functional, safe, and accessible for daily operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs and develops routine preventative maintenance and cleaning schedules for Food Services equipment against departmental, company, and manufacturer standards
• Maintains, responds to, acts on, and follows up on departmental maintenance tickets generated in and outside of department; coordinates and prioritizes workload for lower levels against requests as needed
• Provides troubleshooting and issues reports directly to vendors and service technicians; supports escorting vendors to necessary work areas for assessment and repair
• Performs intermediate to advanced assembly, installation, and repairs on equipment utilizing a variety of hand and power tools
• Utilizes forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies, and hand carts to receive and/or move equipment, product, or parts around campus
• Identifies and sources parts and equipment for department upon request
• Maintains tool and equipment inventory for department with limited to no supervision

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of experience in a workshop, warehouse, maintenance, production, or food service operation

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• High level of professionalism
• Self-motivated and works well with others
• Intermediate understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft office suite, email/calendar)
• Willingness to learn and take guidance from others
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Capable of coordinating and planning work for others
• Has experience training others
• Experience with HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical work
• Valid CA Food Handler’s Card

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Driver’s license
• Ability to carry large heavy items, such as dishes in tubs or trays unassisted (at least 25 lbs)
• Able to stand for long periods of time – up to 8-10 hours a day
• Ability to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed
• Able to perform frequent bending, stooping, and lifting of objects through entire shift
• Ability to obtain forklift operator certification (training provided internally as needed)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Maintenance Technician/Level 1: $23.00

Maintenance Technician/Level 2: $24.00

Maintenance Technician/Level 3: $25.50

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, stock options, 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.

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