Senior Elevator Mechanic, Level 4/5 (High-Rise/Industrial)

Ativesite; Texas; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is hiring an experienced Elevator Mechanic (Level 4/5) at Starbase, TX, to maintain high-rise vertical transport systems and oversee modernization projects. You will troubleshoot complex electrical and control issues, read OEM docs, and mentor junior staff.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of licensed elevator experience with traction and rack-and-pinion systems, along with a current elevator license and safety mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 10+ years as licensed elevator mechanic with traction and rack-and-pinion experience.
• Current state elevator mechanic license or certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on vertical transport systems, including high-rise traction elevators and rack-and-pinion lifts.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system issues using diagnostic tools and schematics.
• Conduct scheduled inspections in compliance with ASME A17.1/CSA B44, state codes, and local AHJ regulations.
• Lead elevator modernization projects and major repairs in coordination with facilities engineering and vendors.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, control wiring diagrams, and OEM documentation.
• Utilize CMMS platforms to document maintenance activities, inspections, and system health metrics.
• Interface with internal engineering teams and external service providers to support uptime and system upgrades.
• Train and mentor junior elevator personnel and provide safety briefings during high-risk work.
• Support emergency and after-hours maintenance operations as required.

Skills

Elevator maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical wiring

PLC controls

Schematic reading

Safety leadership

Remote site work

Education

High school diploma

Elevator license

Tools

CMMS platforms

Multimeters

Controller tools

Job description

SpaceX is hiring an experienced Elevator Mechanic (Level 4/5) at Starbase, TX, to maintain high-rise vertical transport systems and oversee modernization projects. You will troubleshoot complex electrical and control issues, read OEM docs, and mentor junior staff.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of licensed elevator experience with traction and rack-and-pinion systems, along with a current elevator license and safety mindset.