Fluids Systems Technician

FLUIDS SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide ground system technician support, which involves installing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining industrial tank farm equipment such as pumps, tanks, valves, and plumbing related to the high-pressure and low-pressure helium, nitrogen, and argon gas/liquid ground infrastructure, and other aspects of the site facilities
• Understand and supply industrial packaged gases to production and test consumers, be knowledgeable about pressurized components, and provide end-users insight on how to properly and safely operate pressurized test systems
• Operate and maintain large, complicated facility gas hardware, high-pressure systems and pumps, and other ancillary pressure equipment, including pneumatic systems ranging from vacuum to 20,000psi MEOP
• Collaborate with design/build engineers to understand systems, help influence and execute a preventative maintenance plan, and ensure system changes are approved and documented
• Make repairs and additions to pre-existing piping infrastructure, troubleshoot and fix faulty regulators, valves, gauges, and gauges throughout campus
• Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
• Follow all necessary regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures, including quality policies, safety policies, OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, NFPA, ASME, NEC, etc. standards

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing, logistics, or power and gas role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's degree or equivalency certificate 
• A&P license
• Experience in power and gas, military, aerospace or other high-reliability operating environments
• Experience with ground support equipment in a competitive industry
• Mechanical aptitude and experience (work with machines and general tooling)
• Experience in process piping installation, especially in stainless steel, CPVC, and cryogenic applications
• Experience with high pressure (1,000psi+) gaseous/liquid systems
• General knowledge of pressure fitting types (Compression, JIC, NPT, and MP/HP)
• Demonstrated experience where quick-thinking and problem-solving plays a critical role
• Experience operating equipment with a PLC or machine interface
• Minor acuteness with electrical components, wiring experience a plus
• Ability to utilize power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
• Use of precision measuring instruments (calipers, torque wrenches, gauges)
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics
• Knowledge of hazardous systems – cryogenic, flammable, hypergolic, pyrophoric
• Knowledge of pressure system safety protocol and proper handling

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• General physical fitness is required for some work areas, hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work at elevated heights
• Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, and/or rain
• Willing to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be willing to work flexible shifts, including overtime and weekends, as required by the business

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    
    
Pay range:    
Fluids Systems Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $24.50/hour    
Fluids Systems Technician/Level 2: $24.50 - $29.00/hour    
Fluids Systems Technician/Level 3: $28.50 - $35.00/ho