Electrician, Facilities (Multiple Shifts)

SpaceX
Cape Canaveral, FL
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward mid-level electricians comfortable with maintenance and upgrade tasks in a high-stakes industrial environment. Candidates must be adaptable to shift work and have a strong grasp of electrical systems and codes.

Best fit for

  • Mid-level electricians with 3+ years of hands-on experience and a focus on industrial systems
    — “3+ years of professional experience as an electrician
  • Individuals who can read technical blueprints and perform precise electrical testing
    — “Complete work from instructions using blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics
  • Candidates with a background in working with Medium Voltage systems and conduit installation
    — “Experience with Medium Voltage

Things to consider

  • Must be prepared for frequent overtime and non-traditional shift schedules
    — “Exact schedule varies depending on site operational needs and flexibility required regarding frequent overtime
  • Candidates need to be physically capable of working in tight spaces and at elevated heights
    — “Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small opening and climbing hand over hand, lifting 25 lbs., and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
  • Must be eligible to pass an Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
    — “Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with electrical testing using oscilloscopes and volt/ohmmeters
    — “Test wiring connections with test equipment like volt/ohmmeters, and oscilloscopes
  • Emphasize ability to implement efficient solutions for electrical subsystem upgrades
    — “Ability to identify and implement efficient paths of action to finish the assigned work
  • Showcase knowledge of electrical codes and regulations through specific examples
    — “Demonstrable knowledge and/or understanding of codes, rules, regulations and standards of electrical equipment
  • Demonstrate experience with integrating enhancements to complex electrical systems
    — “Integrate enhancements and major upgrades to plant electrical subsystems
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · IndividualLevel · Mid

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What success looks like

  • ensure efficient and effective work environment
  • meet Air Force background check requirements
Typical background
3+ years of professional experience as an electrician

Skills & requirements

Required

Repair And Replace Defective Parts In Electrical FixturesInstall, Maintain, And Repair Electrical And Electronic ComponentsPerform Preventative Repair And MaintenanceIntegrate Enhancements And Major UpgradesTest Electrical CircuitsAssist In Installing Electrical ComponentsTest Wiring ConnectionsUse Test Equipment Like Volt/ohmmeters And OscilloscopesWork In An Environment Requiring Exposure To Fumes, Odors, And Noise

Preferred

2+ Years Of Experience As Mechanic With Generators And Large EnginesMaster Electrician LicenseExperience With Medium VoltageAbility To Install, Cut, Thread And Bend Rigid Conduit

Stack & domain

ElectricianHydraulicPneumaticRigid ConduitTestingCalibrationDiagnosisRepairBlueprintsWiring DiagramsSchematicsVolt/ohmmetersOscilloscopesMaster Electrician LicenseFacilitiesMaintenance

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

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.

ELECTRICIAN, FACILITIES (MULTIPLE SHIFTS)

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Repair and replace defective parts in electrical fixtures

Install, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic devices

Perform preventative repair and maintenance of field, plant, and shop electronic and electrical systems, devices, equipment and components

Integrate enhancements and major upgrades to plant electrical subsystems

Complete work from instructions using blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics

Test electrical circuits to ensure their operability

Assist in installing electrical components to architectural and code specifications

Test wiring connections with test equipment like volt/ohmmeters, and oscilloscopes

Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

3+ years of professional experience as an electrician

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

2+ years of experience as mechanic with generators and large engines

Master Electrician license 

Experience with Medium Voltage 

Ability to install, cut, thread and bend rigid conduit

Ability to identify and implement efficient paths of action to finish the assigned work

Ability to test, calibrate, diagnose, and repair various devices

Ability to use a variety of electrician’s hand tools as well as measuring and testing instruments

Demonstrable knowledge and/or understanding of codes, rules, regulations and standards of electrical equipment

Ability to read and understand technical manuals and reports

Ability to use precision measuring instruments

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

Must be willing to work one of the following shifts:

Day Shift: 6:00am - 4:30pm, Sunday - Thursday

Night Shift: 6:00pm - 6:00am, Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday

Exact schedule varies depending on site operational needs and flexibility required regarding frequent overtime

Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small opening and climbing hand over hand, lifting 25 lbs., and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights

Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com. 

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)

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