Spacex
HVAC Technician, Solar Cells (Starlink) - Day Shift
Bastrop, TX. Posted 16 days ago
The role
This person will maintain and troubleshoot cleanroom HVAC and environmental control systems for solar cell processing. They will work on air handlers, chilled water systems, and cooling towers to ensure particle control and temperature stability.
What you will do
- Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment and cleanroom environmental control systems
- Maintain preventative maintenance schedules on building HVAC systems
- Collaborate with engineering teams to keep systems in peak operating condition
- Perform ductwork modifications, brazing, soldering, evacuation and charging of refrigerants, water piping, and insulation repairs
- Follow all regulations and procedures including OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and other applicable standards
- Troubleshoot HVAC and environmental control systems supporting ISO-classified cleanrooms
- Ensure safe and clean working environment while adhering to quality and safety policies
Required qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of professional experience working with commercial/industrial HVAC systems
- Ability to stand up to 6 hours
- Lift up to 25 pounds unassisted
- Maneuver around equipment in a factory setting
- Ability to work in industrial environments with fumes/odors, noise, hazardous chemicals, and confined spaces
Nice to have
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in HVAC technology or related field
- 4+ years of professional experience with HVAC, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems
- Universal EPA certification and knowledge of high-pressure, flammable, and refrigeration gases
- Experience maintaining HEPA filters and air handling systems in cleanroom or manufacturing environments
- Basic understanding of refrigeration, motors, and mechanical theory
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to read technical drawings
- Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and gowning procedures
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with lock-out/tag-out, job hazard analysis, and chemical safety protocols
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and executing digital work instructions
Before you apply
- Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from
About the company
SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. They are building one of the largest solar cell manufacturing facilities in the world.