Facilities Technician (Starlink/Akoustis) - Day Shift

About the role

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. Akoustis, a wholly owned subsidiary of SpaceX, provides industry‑leading RF filters using patented XBAW technology to support the Starlink mission and connect the world. This position will provide maintenance, support, coordination, repair, and general facilities services to the Akoustis Facility in Canandaigua, New York, serving as a point of contact for general maintenance while collaborating with the Facilities Management team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment on facilities systems including chillers, boilers, RO/DI systems, process vacuum systems, air compressors, air handlers, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, pumps, filters, etc.
• Perform inspections and repairs to site interior and exterior areas to include walls, floors, fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc.
• Assemble, install, repair and maintain pipes, fittings, heating, water, and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Present information statuses for all critical facility equipment.
• Perform hands‑on disassembly, inspection, reporting, cleaning, troubleshooting, reassembly, and testing of pumps and other mechanical equipment.
• Ensure proper disposal of hazardous and controlled waste in compliance with regulations and guidelines.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency certificate; 2+ years of facilities maintenance experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, pipefitting, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors, etc.)
• Familiarity with Metasys or similar Building Automation Systems software
• Experience operating forklifts, scissor lifts, and fall protection equipment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long‑term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation per year
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Paid sick leave accrued pursuant to Company policy (meets or exceeds legal requirements)

Pay

Pay range: $20.00 – $35.00 per hour. Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is one component of your total rewards package; you may also be eligible for long‑term incentives (company stock or long‑term cash awards), potential discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Schedule

This position is 100% onsite at the Canandaigua, NY facility. During training you will work standard daytime hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday – Friday). After training, the schedule will transition to a 2‑week rotational shift due to the facility moving to 24/7 operations:
Week 1: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Week 2: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday)