ELECTRICIAN

At SpaceX, we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation, providing fast, reliable internet to 4M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer antennae that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact, and the Electrician will play a critical role in the maintenance of the Redmond campus.

The Electrician position will provide provides maintenance, support and coordination for electrical components and facility needs. They will operate as a point of contact for electrical maintenance vendors and tradesmen across the campus, working in collaboration with Facilities Management, the Electrician will oversee electrical service request, preventative maintenance, external vendor/ tradesperson scheduling, and coordination of access to campus buildings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment
• Perform LOTO to ensure safe isolation and verification of zero energy state
• Troubleshoot new and existing electrical systems, including new and existing machinery
• Perform preventative repair and maintenance of electrical systems, devices, and equipment
• Perform work from instructions using blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Test electrical circuits to ensure their operability, phase rotation and conductivity
• Installation of electrical wiring and components to design and code specifications
• Operation of test equipment like volt/ohmmeters, meggers and circuit tracers
• Perform other assigned duties ensuring efficient and effective work environments

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of professional experience in commercial equipment wiring, maintenance, and repair

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• State of Washington Journeyman license
• Experience with 3-phase electrical systems
• Experience with 480/277 volt and 208/120-volt systems
• Adapts well within a team setting
• Demonstrated skill in practicing safety requirements and OSHA standards when working with hazardous energy, heavy loads, working with heights and operating equipment
• Able to identify and implement efficient paths of action to complete assigned work
• Ability to test, calibrate, diagnose, and repair various devices and controls
• 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
• Excellent communication and computer skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work first shift: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM
• Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends and overtime
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand, lifting 25 lbs., and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
• Ability to work in outdoor environments requiring exposure to heat and cold 
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
 
Pay range:
Electrician/Level 1: $22.00 - $29.00/hour
Electrician/Level 2: $27.00 - $34.50/hour
Electrician/Level 3: $32.00 - $40.00/hour     

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday