Perform building maintenance tasks and support facilities operations at SpaceX's Starbase location.
Posted by employer 1 day ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 2 hours ago
What you'll build
- Perform routine building maintenance tasks
- Conduct site-wide maintenance
- Perform inspections and repairs
- Aid janitorial and hospitality staff
- Manage campus-wide operations and maintenance programs
Must have
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 5+ years of facilities maintenance experience
Nice to have
- Experience in construction, project management, equipment maintenance
- Experience with plumbing systems, backflows, lift stations
- Experience with engineering and construction principles
- Ability to read instructions and blueprints
- Experience with project management software
Practical constraints
- Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime, weekends and holidays
- Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations
- This position requires being onsite – remote work not considered
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- High school
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, seniority.
Joblaze summary
The Facilities Technician Level 4/5 at SpaceX is responsible for performing a variety of routine maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC repairs, as well as general upkeep of the facilities. Key skills include experience in construction, equipment maintenance, and the ability to operate forklifts and lifts, alongside strong communication capabilities. This role is suited for individuals with over five years of facilities maintenance experience, particularly those familiar with industrial systems and project management. The position is temporary, with potential for permanent hire based on performance.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 11, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 11, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Facilities Technician Level 4/5 - Temporary role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Facilities Technician Level 4/5 - Temporary role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX, United States.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Contract for this Facilities Technician Level 4/5 - Temporary role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
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.
FACILITIES TECHNICIAN LEVEL 4/5 - TEMPORARY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform routine building maintenance tasks, including non-technical troubleshooting and repair of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and/or carpentry requests
- Conduct site-wide maintenance to our facilities, including painting, patching walls, replacing ceiling/flooring tiles, and carpet
- Perform inspections and repairs to assigned site interior and exterior areas, including walls, floors, installed fixtures, roofing systems, and lighting
- Aid janitorial and hospitality staff with general requests for support, including moving furniture, racks/equipment, disposing of garbage using forklifted dumpster bins, and set-up and tear down of special event areas
- Manage other campus-wide operations and maintenance programs as assigned by facilities management
- Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts when needed
- Open, track, and resolve electronic work tickets on SpaceX’s custom work order system
- Adhere to proper safety guidelines at all times
POSITION DETAILS:
This is a temporary position with SpaceX, for the length of time as stated, and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs dictate.
- LENGTH OF POSITION: 3 months (permanent hire conversion based on performance and business need)
- LOCATION: Brownsville, TX
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 5+ years of facilities maintenance experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in construction, project management, equipment maintenance, and tenant improvements
- Experience with plumbing systems, backflows, lift stations, sewer machines, and pumps
- Experience with concrete, forming, and pouring
- Experience with engineering and construction principles, methods, and codes
- Experience with industrial compressed air systems and maintenance
- Experience with carpentry maintenance tasks, including routine sheetrock/drywall installation and/or repair, window replacement, cabinet/countertop replacement, painting/texturing (interior and exterior), and door/hardware installation
- Ability to read instructions and blueprints
- Experience with project management software, MS Excel, Word, or other project tracking software
- Strong written and verbal communication skills - MS Outlook and Teams
- Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
- Self-motivated, works well with others and autonomously
- Safety training and use of forklifts, scissor lifts, cranes & hoists, and fall protection equipment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime, weekends and holiday as needed
- Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects
- This position is based in Starbase, TX and requires being onsite – remote work not considered
- Valid Texas driver's license
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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