Join SpaceX as a Plumber to assemble, install, and repair plumbing systems while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Posted by employer 8 hours ago
First seen on Joblaze 5 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 5 hours ago
What you'll build
- Assemble, install, and repair pipes and drainage systems
- Troubleshoot and service commercial plumbing fixtures
- Install pressure vessels to OSHA standards
- Perform maintenance and repairs of plumbing systems
- Interface with other departments for troubleshooting and maintenance
Must have
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of plumbing experience
Nice to have
- Familiar with commercial building codes
- Active Journeyman license
- Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge
- Experience with air compressors and pumps
Practical constraints
- Must be able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed
- Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted
- Able to work under adverse conditions
Requirements
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- High school
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, seniority.
Joblaze summary
The plumber at SpaceX is responsible for assembling, installing, and repairing various plumbing systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and plumbing codes. Key skills include a strong understanding of commercial building codes, mechanical knowledge, and the ability to troubleshoot complex plumbing issues. This role is suited for experienced plumbers with at least three years in the field, ideally holding a Journeyman license. The position requires collaboration across departments and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 13, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 13, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Plumber role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 3 years of relevant experience for this Plumber role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX, United States.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Plumber 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.
PLUMBER
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings, heating, water, and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes
- Troubleshoot and service commercial plumbing fixtures and systems
- Install various pressure vessels to occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) certification standards
- Keep track of several projects progress simultaneously via our work order system and being ready to respond quickly to emergencies
- Responsible for maintenance/repairs of all facility related plumbing systems
- Perform hands-on shop work and/or on-site disassembly, inspection, reporting, cleaning, and reassembly of pumps, and other mechanical equipment
- Interface with other departments personnel to perform hands-on shop and/or on-site pump troubleshooting/assessment, maintenance, testing (pre/post), and/or repair 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 including completion of applicable quality
- Perform failure assessments and make recommendations to the supervisor as required
- Perform day to day and routine safety observations and inspections
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of plumbing experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Familiar with commercial building codes
- Active Journeyman license
- Thorough knowledge of materials, equipment, methods, and tools of the plumber's trade
- Proficient with sewer snakes/cleaning machinery
- Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge
- Ability to complete plumbing, preventive maintenance and any/all repairs with minimal supervision
- Good interpersonal skills for daily interaction with many departments and fellow employees
- Ability to operate a fork lift, scissor lift, pallet jack, work truck, and overhead crane
- Experience performing maintenance, installs and repairs on either: air compressors, centrifugal pumps, reciprocating pumps, rotary pumps, and/or vacuum pumps
- Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical language in specifications, schematics, and blueprints
- Skilled in reading technical instructions related to the trade in order to comprehend written work instructions, equipment operating instructions, and/or other documents related to the job functions
- Ability to work in a manufacturing atmosphere safely and follow safety practices and regulations
- Understanding of pressure, temperature, and other operating conditions and the ability to service pumps in a production environment
- Analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose systemic problems
- Possesses a good attitude, willingness to learn, flexibility, and is a self-starter
- Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook to generate service reports and communicate within the company including skills to navigate web-based service literature and programs
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed
- Able to stand for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
- Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted
- Able to work under adverse conditions (e.g., dirty, noisy, or confined spaces)
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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