Lead HVAC Technician (Starship)

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Hvac TechnicianSkilled Trades & Field Services

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Key Responsibilities

Work with maintenance coordinators and engineers to prioritize, plan, and schedule maintenance and repairs for HVAC support equipment on facilities critical systems including air handlers,

Requirements Summary

High school diploma or equivalency diploma 2+ years of maintenance technician experience 3+ years of experience with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical,

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Hvac TechnicianSkilled Trades & Field Services

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

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→Work with maintenance coordinators and engineers to prioritize, plan, and schedule maintenance and repairs for HVAC support equipment on facilities critical systems including air handlers, chilled water condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, and filters
→Maintain preventative maintenance schedule on launch associated HVAC systems
→Collaborate with engineering and managers to maintain systems in peak operating condition
→Ensure the team follows all regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures including quality policies, safety policies, and standards per Occupational Safety and Health Administration, United States Environmental Protection Agency, National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, National Fire Protection Association, The American Society of Mechanical Engineers, National Electrical Code, and other agencies
→Execute sitewide processes to increase reliability developments

Requirements

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High school diploma or equivalency diploma
2+ years of maintenance technician experience
3+ years of experience with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, and control systems

Associate degree or vocational equivalent in HVAC and/or air conditioning systems
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
Experience writing detailed repair reports
Knowledge in the following areas: tubing, pipe-fittings, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors, etc.), and a variety of mechanical fasteners
Experience with alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) electrical in the aerospace field
Knowledge of high-pressure gas, flammable gas, and refrigeration gases
Experience in maintenance of high efficiency particulate air filters (HEPA) and standard air handling unit (AHU) filtration systems
Experience with variable frequency drive (VFD)
Understanding of the theory of operation for refrigeration, motors, and mechanics
Experience using various hand tools and power tools including multi-meters

Ability to perform the following functions: kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions with small openings, climbing hand over hand, lifting 25 lbs. unassisted, and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
Comfortable working in outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, etc.

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.

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.

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