Plumbing Technician - 2nd Shift (Facilities)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 70,257; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is looking for a Plumbing Technician for the second shift in Hawthorne, CA. This role involves maintaining and repairing HVAC and plumbing systems, ensuring compliance with codes and regulations during operations.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and over 3 years of professional experience in relevant fields. Additional compensation includes medical coverage, retirement plans, and stock options, plus opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with HVAC, plumbing, pneumatic, or mechanical systems.
• Valid California driver's license.
• Ability to work on elevated heights.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HVAC support and plumbing systems.
• Develop detailed work instructions for maintenance.
• Perform inspections and repairs on mechanical equipment.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing skills

Mechanical systems troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Scissor lift

Pallet jack

Job description

Plumbing Technician - 2nd Shift (Facilities)

Location: Hawthorne, CA

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.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers to maintain systems in peak operating condition, and to develop/update detailed work instructions for proper equipment preventative maintenance dedicated to ensuring zero unplanned interruption in services to employees and customers.
• Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment on facilities systems including air handlers, chilled water, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, filters, etc.
• Perform ductwork modifications, brazing, soldering, evacuation & charging of various refrigerants, water piping, insulation modifications and repairs.
• Assemble, install, repair, and maintain pipes, fittings, heating, water, and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Perform hands‑on shop work and/or on‑site disassembly, inspection, reporting, cleaning, troubleshooting, reassembly, and testing of pumps and other mechanical equipment.
• Ensure work and used materials are in compliance with manufacturer specifications.
• Read and interpret schematics for assembly, repair, and reassembly as required.
• Perform failure assessments and day‑to‑day safety inspections – making recommendations to the supervisor as required.
• Adjust and fabricate mechanical parts using hand and machine tools for mechanical repairs/upgrades.
• Present information on equipment maintenance statuses for all critical facilities as required for internal and external customers.
• Operate a forklift, scissor lift, pallet jack, boom lift, work truck, and overhead crane.
• Written and verbal communication skills, use of MS Outlook and Teams.
• Open, track and resolve electronic work tickets on SpaceX systems.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance.
• Follow and ensure site compliance with all applicable SpaceX, local, state, and federal building codes, regulations, and laws.

Basic Qualifications

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

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Knowledge in the following areas: HVAC, plumbing, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, tubing, pipefittings, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors, etc.), and a variety of mechanical fasteners.
• Technical certification, journeyman, or master in HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, or electrical systems.
• 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.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems down to the component level.
• Familiar with commercial building codes.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical language in specifications, schematics, and blueprints.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to generate service reports and communicate within the company including skills to navigate web‑based service literature and programs.
• Possesses a good attitude, willingness to learn, flexibility, and is a self‑starter.
• Demonstrates a consistent record of punctual schedule adherence.
• Comfortable working in a high‑stress environment balancing several projects at any given time and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work the second shift: 3 PM – 1:30 AM PT.
• Work hours depend on site priorities and may require overtime hours, weekends and holidays; flexibility required. Strong attendance and adherence to the work schedule is essential to the role.
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
• Able to work at elevated heights (up to 150 feet), including the use of ladder.
• Must have a valid CA driver’s license.
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay range:

• Level 1: $23.00 – $32.50/hour
• Level 2: $31.00 – $43.00/hour
• Level 3: $41.00 – $51.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is only one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. Additional compensation may include long‑term incentives in the form of company stock, stock options, or long‑term cash awards, discretionary bonuses, and the opportunity to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.