On-Site Facilities Manager – Lead Tech Team & Projects

SpaceX; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Austin, TX seeks a Manager, Facilities to lead a diverse team of technicians, ensuring zero unplanned service interruptions and reliable operations across multiple sites. The role collaborates with site leadership to plan, resource, and execute maintenance projects based on operational needs.

You will supervise preventative maintenance, manage budgets and life-cycle costs, and oversee contractors for mechanical, HVAC, electrical, and building control systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 3+ years of experience working in a technical and hands-on capacity in construction, facility maintenance, or HVAC systems and controls.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (preferred).
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team of technicians dedicated to ensuring zero unplanned interruption in services to employees and customers.
• Manage scheduling and forecasting, career development, ownership of total execution, building safety and reliability controls.
• Plan, resource, and execute projects based on manifest needs to bolster process and efficiency.
• Review work instructions and completed work to improve processes and execution.
• Assess resource needs and support projects and lifecycle costs.
• Oversee contractors for facilities infrastructure maintenance including mechanical, HVAC, electrical, and building control systems.
• Manage preventative maintenance and set priorities for large repairs or replacements.
• Track key performance indicators such as safety metrics, quality metrics, labor trends, and operating expenses.
• Provide on-call 24/7 support for facility-related troubleshooting or emergency repairs.

Job description

SpaceX in Austin, TX seeks a Manager, Facilities to lead a diverse team of technicians, ensuring zero unplanned service interruptions and reliable operations across multiple sites. The role collaborates with site leadership to plan, resource, and execute maintenance projects based on operational needs.

You will supervise preventative maintenance, manage budgets and life-cycle costs, and oversee contractors for mechanical, HVAC, electrical, and building control systems.