Facilities Technician

About the role

Varda's Facilities team is seeking a versatile facilities technician to support our expanding operations and production line. In this role, you will perform routine building maintenance tasks, including non-technical troubleshooting and repair of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry requests.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine building maintenance tasks including non-technical troubleshooting and repair of plumbing, electrical, HVAC and/or carpentry requests
• Cover repairs to the facilities and premises as assigned including painting, patching walls, replacing ceiling tiles, assembling furniture, office equipment, and kitchen equipment, installing, replacing, and repairing carpet, tiles, etc.
• Coordinate and manage multi-trade projects working with skilled partners and vendors while communicating with production engineers and production management on project timelines
• Aid janitorial and hospitality staff with general requests for support in the manufacturing and office spaces including moving furniture, racks, and equipment, disposing of garbage using forklifted dumpster bins, set-up and tear down of special event areas
• Manage other campus-wide operations and maintenance programs and inventory spaces assigned by facilities management
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts when needed
• Adhere to proper safety guidelines at all times

Qualifications

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

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Experience in construction, project management, equipment maintenance, and tenant improvements
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R), concrete, framing, and industrial gas trade
• Knowledge of basic engineering and construction principles and methods
• Familiar with industrial air fittings and maintenance
• Able to read instructions and blueprints
• Project management software, MS Excel, Word, or other project tracking software
• Written and verbal communication skills, use of MS Outlook and Teams
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing facility
• Self-motivated and works well with others
• Own their own set of basic maintenance tools
• Safety training and use of fork lifts, scissor lifts, cranes & hoists, fall protection equipment

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends, as needed
• Must be able to lift up to 45lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position

Pay Range

Pay Range: $30.00 - $35.00/hour
This role is on-site in El Segundo, CA
Leveling and hourly salary is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance

Benefits

Varda offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well-being, and a high-quality workplace experience. Below is an overview of what full-time employees receive (at this time, interns receive a subset of benefits):
Health & Wellness: Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays, 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options, Voluntary accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance, $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses, 12 weeks of parental leave (with supplemental disability leave for CA mothers), Family building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic, Sponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents
Financial & Retirement: Substantial incentive equity in a fully funded space start-up, 401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match (immediately vested), $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement, Relocation support for new hires, if needed
Workplace Experience & Perks: Fully stocked kitchen with lunch provided daily and dinner provided twice weekly, Company and team-bonding events, happy hours and mission-success celebrations, Complimentary EV charging

ITAR Requirements

Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items, our policy is to only hire “U.S. persons” who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.

E-Verify Statement

Varda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

E-Verify Notice Right To Work Notice

Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, 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.