SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

HVAC Technician

HVAC & Building SystemsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBrownsville, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
At least 3 years of professional experience working with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical systems.
Knowledge of HVAC, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, tubing, pipe fittings, rotating machinery such as pumps and air compressors, and mechanical fasteners.
Universal certification from the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI).
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.
Basic understanding of the theory of operation for refrigeration, motors, and mechanics.
Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards.
Willingness to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission-critical projects.
Ability to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing, sitting, pushing or pulling, reaching overhead, walking, lifting or carrying, climbing, kneeling or crouching, twisting the upper body, and working in temperatures over 80 degrees.
Ability to safely work at heights up to 500 feet and in confined spaces, use an air-purifying respirator, and perform the physical requirements of the job; a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical may be required to confirm these capabilities.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment on facility systems, including air handlers, chilled water systems, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, and filters.
Maintain the preventative maintenance schedule for launch-associated HVAC systems.
Collaborate with engineering and managers to maintain systems in peak operating condition.
Follow applicable regulations and SpaceX procedures, including quality and safety policies and standards from OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, NFPA, ASME, and the National Electrical Code.
Perform ductwork modifications and repairs.
Perform brazing, soldering, evacuation, and charging of refrigerants.
Perform water piping and insulation modifications and repairs.

Desired Qualifications

Associate degree in HVAC technology.

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.

HVAC TECHNICIAN

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment on facilities systems including air handlers, chilled water, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, filters, etc.
Maintain preventative maintenance schedule on launch associated HVAC systems
Collaborate with engineering and managers to maintain systems in peak operating condition
Follow all regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures including quality policies, safety policies, and standards per (OSHA) the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, (EPA) United States Environmental Protection Agency, (NIOSH) National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, (NFPA) National Fire Protection Association, (ASME) the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, (NEC) the National Electrical Code
Perform ductwork modifications and various repairs
Perform brazing, soldering, evacuation and charging of various refrigerants
Perform water piping and insulation modifications and repairs

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of professional experience working with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree in HVAC technology
Knowledge in the following areas: HVAC, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, tubing, pipe-fittings, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors, etc.), and a variety of mechanical fasteners
Universal certification from the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI)
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
Basic understanding of the theory of operation for refrigeration, motors, and mechanics
Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies and industry standards

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects
Must be able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed
Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
Walk: Up to 6 hours per day
Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day
Kneel/Crouch: up to 1 hour per day
Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day
Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

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 [email protected].

About the Company

SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

SpaceX builds and launches reusable rockets and spacecraft for NASA, the military, and companies, and it runs Starlink, a satellite internet service for homes and businesses. In 2020, its Dragon capsule became the first privately built spacecraft to carry astronauts to the International Space Station. Its Falcon 9 rocket lands its first stage so the booster can fly again, which cuts launch costs, while Starlink beams internet from low-orbit satellites to small dishes for a monthly fee. SpaceX also owns xAI, maker of the Grok chatbot and owner of the social network X, and is building Starship, a fully reusable rocket meant to carry people to the Moon and Mars. Elon Musk founded SpaceX in 2002, and it is based in Starbase, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Starbase, Texas
Founded: 2002

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