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Facilities Technician

Join Apex as a Facilities Technician to support day-to-day operations and maintenance in a fast-growing aerospace startup.

Location
Los Angeles, California, United States
Compensation
Not disclosed
Level
mid
Type
full time · On-site

Posted by employer 1 day ago

First seen on Joblaze 18 hours ago

Last verified on the company career page 18 hours ago

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What you'll build

  • Perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and reactive maintenance activities
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC systems
  • Support operation and maintenance of building automation systems
  • Respond to facility service requests and maintenance work orders
  • Assist with work area preparation and contractor access

Must have

  • Minimum of 3 years experience in facilities maintenance
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems
  • Ability to safely operate common maintenance tools
  • Valid California Driver License

Nice to have

  • Experience supporting aerospace or defense manufacturing environments
  • Experience with building automation systems
  • OSHA 10-Hour certification
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing
  • Experience operating forklifts or similar equipment

Practical constraints

  • Must be a U.S. Person due to export control requirements

Requirements

Experience
3–7 years
Education
High school
Visa
No sponsorship (stated in posting)

Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.

Benefits

401k Match Unlimited PTO Equity/Stock Options Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze insights

  • Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 15, 2026. Last confirmed on Apex Space's careers page October 15, 2026.

Quick facts

Is the Facilities Technician role remote?
No — this is an on-site role in Los Angeles, California, United States.
How much experience is required?
3–7 years of relevant experience for this Facilities Technician role.
Where is the role based?
Apex Space is hiring for this position in Los Angeles, California, United States.
What seniority level is this role?
Apex Space targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Facilities Technician role at Apex Space.

From the original posting

About the Role

As Apex continues to expand its satellite manufacturing footprint, we are seeking a Facilities Technician to support day-to-day facilities operations, maintenance, repairs, inspections, and facility support activities across manufacturing, laboratory, integration, clean room, warehouse, and office environments.

This role focuses on execution of preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, facility repairs, work orders, and operational support activities that maintain safe, compliant, and operationally ready facilities. The position partners closely with Facilities, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, EHS, contractors, and facility occupants to support manufacturing operations and facility infrastructure.

This is a hands-on individual contributor role responsible for maintaining facility systems, supporting facility projects, completing assigned work orders, and ensuring facility readiness across manufacturing and support environments.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Maintenance & Building Systems Support (Approximately 40%)

  • Perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and reactive maintenance activities on facility infrastructure and building systems.

  • Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC systems, plumbing systems, lighting systems, electrical distribution equipment, compressed air systems, doors, hardware, and general building infrastructure.

  • Support operation and maintenance of building automation systems, fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, and life-safety infrastructure.

  • Respond to facility service requests and maintenance work orders in a timely manner.

  • Perform routine repairs involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general building trades.

  • Identify equipment deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.

  • Escalate complex technical issues to the Facilities Maintenance Lead as appropriate.

Preventive Maintenance & Inspections (Approximately 20%)

  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance activities in accordance with maintenance schedules and manufacturer recommendations.

  • Conduct routine facility inspections and document deficiencies requiring corrective action.

  • Support testing, inspection, and maintenance activities associated with facility systems and equipment.

  • Maintain maintenance records, inspection reports, and supporting documentation.

  • Assist in maintaining asset information, equipment records, and maintenance history.

  • Support operational readiness through proactive maintenance and timely completion of assigned work.

Manufacturing & Operational Support (Approximately 15%)

  • Support manufacturing, laboratory, integration, clean room, warehouse, and office environments.

  • Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize disruption to manufacturing operations and mission-critical activities.

  • Assist with equipment moves, workstation relocations, furniture installations, and facility setup activities.

  • Support facility readiness activities for production, testing, and operational requirements.

  • Assist during facility outages, utility interruptions, and emergency response activities.

  • Maintain production support areas, common spaces, and facility infrastructure in a safe and operational condition.

Contractor & Project Support (Approximately 10%)

  • Support contractors performing maintenance, repair, installation, and construction activities.

  • Assist with work area preparation, contractor access, and project support activities.

  • Escort contractors and vendors as required.

  • Participate in facility modification projects, equipment installations, infrastructure improvements, and tenant improvement activities.

  • Support project implementation activities under the direction of the Facilities Maintenance Lead.

  • Verify assigned work areas are returned to operational condition following maintenance or project activities.

Documentation, Safety & Compliance (Approximately 10%)

  • Maintain work orders, inspection reports, maintenance records, and facilities documentation.

  • Utilize CMMS and other facility management systems to document work activities and equipment history.

  • Support compliance with OSHA, EHS, fire/life safety, and company safety requirements.

  • Participate in audits, inspections, and corrective action activities.

  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.

  • Accurately track labor hours, materials, and completed work activities.

Emergency Response & Facility Readiness (Approximately 5%)

  • Respond to facility emergencies involving utility interruptions, equipment failures, leaks, power issues, or infrastructure problems.

  • Support facility recovery activities following outages or emergency events.

  • Assist in maintaining facility operational readiness and reliability.

  • Support after-hours, weekend, and off-shift activities as required to support operations.

Required Qualifications

  • All applicants must be a U.S. Person due to export control requirements.

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training, trade school, or associate degree preferred.

  • Minimum of 3 years and typically 3–7 years of experience in facilities maintenance, industrial maintenance, building operations, manufacturing support, or related technical environments.

  • Experience supporting manufacturing, aerospace, defense, technology, laboratory, or industrial facilities.

  • Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and general building systems.

  • Ability to safely operate common maintenance tools, power tools, testing equipment, and diagnostic instruments.

  • Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, maintenance procedures, blueprints, schematics, and basic construction or facility drawings.

  • Experience utilizing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or similar maintenance tracking platforms.

  • Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Valid California Driver License.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting aerospace or defense manufacturing environments.

  • Experience supporting clean rooms, laboratories, integration facilities, production test environments, or other technically controlled manufacturing spaces.

  • Experience with building automation systems, compressed air systems, fire/life safety systems, facility utility infrastructure, or process support systems.

  • Experience operating forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, or similar equipment.

  • OSHA 10-Hour, First Aid/CPR, forklift certification, or other applicable safety certifications.

  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, continuous improvement, or workplace organization initiatives.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

  • Ability to work across office, laboratory, warehouse, manufacturing, integration, and clean room environments.

  • Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

  • Ability to walk active production floors and navigate construction and maintenance work areas safely.

  • Ability to climb ladders, access rooftops, mechanical rooms, utility corridors, and elevated work areas.

  • Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform physical maintenance activities throughout the workday.

  • Ability to use required PPE in designated production, maintenance, and construction areas.

  • Ability to work occasional overtime, weekends, and off-hours to support operational requirements, emergencies, and facility projects.

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What We Offer For Full-time Employees:

  • Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create

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