Geared toward candidates comfortable with transport responsibilities and strict safety protocols, this temporary role at SpaceX in Brownsville, TX favors experienced drivers with a focus on reliability and adherence to regulations.
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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.
SHUTTLE DRIVER - TEMPORARY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Transport people in a shuttle between locations
Safely load and unload cargo as needed
Responsible for ensuring shuttle contents are secured for safe and undamaged delivery to destination
Avoiding high-traffic and accident-prone routes, where possible
Monitor service records of the vehicle when driving and report all problems to manager immediately
Responsible for the cleanliness of vehicle and refueling when low
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
2+ years of professional experience driving people in a commercial setting OR 6+ months of contracting driving experience at SpaceX
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PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
10+ years of professional driving experience
Experience driving a school bus
Outstanding knowledge of applicable transport and safety codes
Experience with route planning
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong customer-service background
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Valid driver's license and clean DMV record
Ability to work all required hours, weekends and off-shifts with minimal notice
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)