Commercial Plumber - 2nd Shift (Service & Repair)

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. COMMERCIAL PLUMBER - 2ND SHIFT (SERVICE REPAIR) As a member of the critical infrastructure team, you will help design, build, activate and maintain some of the world's most technically advanced manufacturing facilities.

You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As a Mechanical Technician, you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. You will work with other infrastructure engineers, technicians, and internal customers to support these goals and have the opportunity to drive real global impact, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary.

The position is based in Hawthorne, CA.

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.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

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