Electrician Trainee (Starship) - Temporary

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 TRAINEE (STARSHIP) - TEMPORARY

Electricians in this temporary position will participate in an accelerated training program at Starbase, preparing to qualify for electrical work on towards the activation of infrastructure for a variety of projects. Under the mentorship of seasoned experts, trainees will simulate and progressively master the installation, maintenance, and repair of field, plant, and shop electrical and electronic systems, including fixtures, machinery, and plant electrical subsystems. Upon successful qualification, participants will join an elite team to rapidly advance Starbase power generation.

• 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

• Install enhancements and major upgrades to plant electrical subsystems

• Perform work from instructions using blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics

• Test electrical circuits to ensure their operability

• Install 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

This is a temporary position with SpaceX for the duration stated, subject to change with minimal notice based on business needs. Temporary employees who successfully complete the assignment may be eligible for conversion to full-time roles.

• LENGTH OF POSITION: 1 month

• LOCATION: Brownsville, TX

• SHIFT: Must be available for all shifts (day shift, 6 AM - 6 PM or night shift, 6 PM - 6 AM), overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• Apprentice license

• 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

• Schedule varies depending on site operational needs and flexibility required regarding frequent overtime/weekend support

• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day

• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day

• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 1-2 hours per day

• Overhead reach: Up to 3 hours per day

• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day

• Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 1-2 hours per day

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

• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 3 hours per day

• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per