Construction Technician - Temporary

CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN - TEMPORARY

Starbase is expanding its site infrastructure to support ongoing operations and growth. We are seeking technicians to help build, maintain, and improve industrial facilities, utilities, and civil infrastructure across the site.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Frame walls, floors, stairs, platforms, concrete forms, and other industrial structures
• Construct and support various MEP projects
• Use equipment to perform earthwork, demolition, site clearing, and cleanup
• Use hand and measurement tools and manual equipment (saws, squares, shovels, etc.)
• Support site civil and outdoor infrastructure projects
• Layout, installation, repair, finishing, and maintenance of structures, fixtures, and buildings
• Basic concrete work and repair on slabs, pads, curbs, and site walkways
• Operate forklifts, boom lifts, and other heavy equipment
• Adhere to proper safety guidelines at all times
• Keep tools, materials, and equipment in working condition
• Advise in the selection of building materials; requisition building materials and supplies
• Transport various heavy materials in vehicles

POSITION DETAILS:

This is a temporary position with SpaceX, for the length of time as stated, and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs dictate.

• LENGTH OF POSITION: 3 months
• LOCATION: Starbase, 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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of commercial, industrial, or civil construction experience or certificate of completion from an accredited technical program within the last 2 years

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in many construction environments
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R), concrete, framing, and industrial gas trade systems
• Knowledge of basic math, engineering, and construction principles and methods
• Ability to read, understand, and follow detailed schematics, drawings/blueprints, and instructions
• Ability to offer feedback to the design team to improve cost, quality, and constructability
• Written and verbal communication skills; use of MS Outlook and Teams
• Experience in a fast-paced construction environment
• Self-motivated and works well with others
• Safety training and use of forklifts, scissor lifts, and heavy equipment
• Experience with mechanical systems, carpentry, concrete, welding, earthwork, and conduits

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work hours depend on site priorities and may require extended hours, weekends, and holidays; flexibility required
• Periodic work in extreme outdoor environments: heat, cold, wind, rain
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to perform regular manual labor
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time; work at heights, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required
• Must have a valid driver’s license