BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of professional industrial corrosion control experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of industrial painting experience
- Experience working around high pressure systems
- Ability to distinguish between relief valves and filters and able to successfully remove and replace them
- Understanding of heavy equipment safety standards
- Familiarity with paint processes and applications
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and work effectively in a high pace environment
- Self-motivated individual able to work independently or in a team environment and willing to learn
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base
- Ability to work 1st shift: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 4:30pm
- Willing to work overtime and adjusted shifts to meet critical launch milestones
- Ability to wear and obtain certification in the wearing of an air respirator
- Able to lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted
- Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
- Able to work at elevated heights (up to 300 feet), including the use of ladder
- Willing to operate heavy machinery
- Able to perform routine maintenance on pumps, motors etc.
- Able to work in confined spaces
- Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, ice
- Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
- Willing to be cross-trained as a preventive maintenance technician
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Corrosion Control Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $27.00/hour
Corrosion Control Technician/Level 2: $26.50 - $32.00/hour
Corrosion Control Technician/Level 3: $30.25 - $38.50/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.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, 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.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.