HVAC Technician (College Station)

SpaceX
College Station, TX
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have hands-on HVAC maintenance experience and a willingness to work in demanding, safety-critical environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on HVAC maintenance experience and a background in high-pressure systems
    — “Perform brazing, soldering, evacuation and charging of various refrigerants”
  • Individuals who thrive in safety-critical, high-stakes environments with strict compliance requirements
    — “Follow all regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures including quality policies, safety policies, and standards per (OSHA) the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, (EPA) United States Environmental Protection Agency, (NIOSH) National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, (NFPA) National Fire Protection Association, (ASME) the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, (NEC) the National Electrical Code”
  • Professionals with a history of working on complex mechanical and filtration systems
    — “Professional experience maintaining high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters and standard air handling unit (AHU) filtration systems”

Things to consider

  • Travel to various SpaceX locations may be required for mission-critical projects
    — “Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects”
  • The role demands physical stamina and strength for extended periods of manual labor
    — “Stand: Up to 10 hours per day”
  • Candidates must meet specific U.S. Government export regulations for eligibility
    — “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.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with high-pressure gas systems and HEPA filters in your resume and interview responses
    — “Knowledge of high pressure gas, flammable gas, and refrigeration gases”
  • Demonstrate your ability to work in physically demanding conditions, such as high temperatures and overhead work
    — “Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day”
  • Showcase collaboration with engineering teams on complex systems in prior roles
    — “Collaborate with engineering and managers to maintain systems in peak operating condition”
  • Include certifications like Universal certification from the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) if applicable
    — “Universal certification from the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI)”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • maintain and repair HVAC support equipment
  • collaborate with engineering and managers to maintain systems in peak operating condition
  • follow all regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures
Typical background
3+ years of professional experience working with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical systems

Skills & requirements

Required

HVAC MaintenancePreventative Maintenance SchedulingCollaboration With Engineering And ManagementOSHA ComplianceDuctwork ModificationsBrazingSolderingEvacuation And Charging Of RefrigerantsWater Piping And Insulation Modifications

Preferred

Universal Certification From The Air-conditioning And Refrigeration Institute (ari)Knowledge Of High Pressure Gas, Flammable Gas, And Refrigeration GasesAbility To Maintain A Safe And Clean Working Environment

Stack & domain

HVACPneumaticMechanicalElectricalBrazingSolderingEvacuationChargingWater PipingInsulationUniversal Certification From The Air-conditioning And Refrigeration Institute (ari)LeadershipCommunicationHealthcare

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.

HVAC TECHNICIAN

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment on facilities systems including air handlers, chilled water, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, filters, etc.

Maintain preventative maintenance schedule on launch associated HVAC systems

Collaborate with engineering and managers to maintain systems in peak operating condition

Follow all regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures including quality policies, safety policies, and standards per (OSHA) the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, (EPA) United States Environmental Protection Agency, (NIOSH) National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, (NFPA) National Fire Protection Association, (ASME) the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, (NEC) the National Electrical Code

Perform ductwork modifications and various repairs

Perform brazing, soldering, evacuation and charging of various refrigerants

Perform water piping and insulation modifications and repairs

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

3+ years of professional experience working with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree in HVAC technology

Knowledge in the following areas: HVAC, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, tubing, pipe-fittings, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors, etc.), and a variety of mechanical fasteners

Universal certification from the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI)

Knowledge of high pressure gas, flammable gas, and refrigeration gases

Professional experience maintaining high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters and standard air handling unit (AHU) filtration systems

Basic understanding of the theory of operation for refrigeration, motors, and mechanics

Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies and industry standards

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects

Must be able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed

Valid state issued driver's license

Stand: Up to 10 hours per day 

Sit: Up to 3 hours per day

Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day 

Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day 

Walk: Up to 6 hours per day 

Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day 

Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 3 hours per day 

Kneel/Crouch: up to 1 hour per day 

Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day 

Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day 

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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