Join SpaceX as a Facilities Technician (MEP) to maintain and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems at Starbase.
Posted by employer 4 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 4 days ago
Last verified on the company career page 12 hours ago
What you'll build
- Perform routine building maintenance tasks
- Conduct site-wide maintenance to facilities
- Perform inspections and repairs to assigned site areas
- Aid janitorial and hospitality staff with general requests
- Manage campus-wide operations and maintenance programs
Must have
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of facilities maintenance experience
Nice to have
- Knowledge of HVAC operation and design principles
- Experience with plumbing design and operation
- Experience with critical power infrastructure
- Ability to read instructions and blueprints
- Experience with project management software
Practical constraints
- Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations
- Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime, weekends and holidays
Requirements
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- High school
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
Joblaze summary
The Facilities Technician (MEP) at SpaceX is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in office and administrative buildings, ensuring a functional workplace. Key skills include knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing design, and experience with critical power infrastructure, alongside proficiency in project management software. This role is suited for individuals with at least two years of facilities maintenance experience who can work both independently and collaboratively. The position may involve travel to various SpaceX locations for critical projects.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 4 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 18, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page September 22, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Facilities Technician (MEP) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Facilities Technician (MEP) role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Facilities Technician (MEP) 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 (MEP)
The Facilities Technician (MEP) at Starbase installs, maintains, and repairs mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems with a primary focus on office and administrative buildings. The role ensures reliable HVAC, electrical distribution, lighting, and plumbing to support a comfortable, functional workplace environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform routine building maintenance tasks, including non-technical troubleshooting and repair of plumbing, electrical, HVAC 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
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of facilities maintenance experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Knowledge of HVAC operation and design principles, including refrigeration, chillers, boilers, and air-handling equipment
- Experience with plumbing design and operation, including domestic water, wastewater, venting, and storm systems
- Experience with critical power infrastructure, including UPS systems, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches
- 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 willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects
- Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime, weekends and holiday as needed
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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