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FACILITIES TECHNICIAN, KITCHEN EQUIPMENT (STARLINK) - LEVEL 4/5

SpaceX is leveraging our experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation and most advanced broadband internet system. We provide reliable and fast internet to millions of users worldwide, including populations with little or no connectivity, rural communities, aircraft, watercraft, and places where existing services are unreliable, too expensive, or disconnected by natural disasters. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system, thousands of satellites and consumer antennae that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing. The Starlink team is seeking out the best-in-class professionals to maximize Starlink’s potential for communities and businesses around the globe.

This position is responsible for supporting equipment maintenance and repair for SpaceX's Food Services department. This includes but is not limited to the following: Advanced troubleshooting, 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 in a dynamic and collaborative team environment. You will provide follow-up communication and documentation of workload to customers, vendors, and facility leadership, ensuring all departmental equipment is functional, safe, and accessible for daily operations.

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
Perform hands-on shop work and/or on-site disassembly, inspection, reporting, cleaning, troubleshooting, reassembly, and testing of kitchen and other mechanical equipment
Perform and develop routine preventative maintenance and cleaning schedules for Food Services equipment to company and vendor standards on equipment including, but not limited to: Ice machines, walk-in coolers/freezers, soda/drink machines, flat top grills, fryers, ovens, sinks, and display coolers
Maintain, respond to, action, and follow up on departmental maintenance tickets generated inside and outside of department, prioritizing workload based on criticality as-needed
Provide troubleshooting and issues reports directly to vendors, service technicians, and leadership
Escort vendors to necessary work areas for assessment and repair
Perform intermediate to advanced assembly, installation, and repairs on equipment using a variety of hand and power tools
Use forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies, and hand carts to receive and/or move equipment, products, or parts to designated areas
Identify and source parts and equipment for department upon request
Maintain tools and equipment inventory for department with limited to no supervision
Maintain a tidy and organized work area
Ensure work and used materials are in compliance with manufacturer specifications
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
4+ years of professional experience in a workshop, warehouse, maintenance, production, or food service operation

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

7+ years of experience in a workshop, warehouse, maintenance, production, or food service operations
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems down to the component level
Familiar with Texas Department of State Health Services food safety, sanitation practices, standards, and criteria
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
Comfortable working in a fast-paced-high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction
Experience with HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical work
Experience training and mentoring others in technical roles

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
- Schedule A: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Monday – Friday)
Schedule may vary depending on site operational needs and flexibility is required regarding overtime and weekend support
Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small opening and climbing hand over hand, lifting up to 25 lbs. unassisted, and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Must be willing to work onsite, remote work not considered

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

Facilities Technician, Kitchen Equipment (Starlink) - Level 4/5