Master Electrician Jobs

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.

MASTER ELECTRICIAN

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot all new and existing electrical lines and all new and existing machinery
• Preventive maintenance on panels, computer/server rooms and all other aspects of electrical maintenance, repair and troubleshooting
• Manage outside electrical contractors brought in for facility expansion needs if necessary
• Install connectors, connector pins, terminals and lugs
• Make circuit analyses, calculate loads, and trace relationships in signal flow
• Establish cost savings plans to decrease site power usage or increase usage where needed for business testing purposes
• Lead fellow electricians on project work as needed
• Install or repair any of a variety of electrical equipment such as motor control centers, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, or other transmission equipment
• Providing electrical and telecom to workstations and other areas
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
• Read and implement schematics and blueprints along with project planning, scheduling and working with other on-site facilities personnel
• Determine the location and density of circuitry, evaluate load demand, isolate malfunctions, and incorporate engineering changes
• Install and program automation devices
• Maintain NEC code enforcement

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active electrician’s license
• 4+ years work experience in commercial equipment maintenance and repair
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Training and/or experience in basic operation of soldering wires & connectors, operation of various crimping tools, wire stripping, ohm’s law, continuity testing
• Working knowledge of construction and building codes, technology and standards
• Demonstrated skill in practicing safety requirements and OSHA standards when working with hazardous energy, heavy loads, and when working overhead
• Ability to complete work according to compliance regulations as work may be subject to review by a safety engineer or city inspector for general compliance with accepted practices
• Ability to use a variety of electrician’s hand tools including sawzall, conduit bender, clamp on current meter, and wire tugger, jig saw, hydraulic punch, hand punch, hack saw, multimeter, and spade lug crimper, as well as other measuring and testing instruments
• Trade school certification

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available for overtime and weekends
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small opening and climbing hand over hand, lifting 25 lbs., and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

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.

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.