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.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - LEVEL 4

As a member of the Construction Projects team you will work with a group of elite engineers and specialists across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure for a variety of projects at the McGregor Rocket Development Facility as well as other SpaceX Facilities. This role is responsible for the design, build, and activation of infrastructure, facilities improvements and large capital projects. You will have the opportunity to drive positive change in a fast-paced and low-drag environment.  This includes owning tasks/projects from start to finish, with the goal of making the SpaceX campus a world-class facility that can support the mission of enabling life beyond Earth. This position is based in McGregor, Texas (Central Texas area).RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company operating safety policies and procedures
• Move and position raw materials and finished components with use of material moving equipment
• Safely and efficiently operate earthmoving equipment to support various infrastructure projects across the site including streets and drainage construction/maintenance, utility installation, commercials pads, etc.
• Perform inspection, maintenance and repair of excavators, backhoe, bulldozers, graders, or loaders
• Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and internal clients to develop project requirements, schedule, and cost estimates prior to project implementation
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 8+ years of professional experience working hands-on with heavy equipment, heavy equipment operations and/or production maintenance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience operating excavators, loaders, motor graders, dozers, and trenchers to designed grades and elevations
• Experience in field layout and staking using tape measures, string lines, transit levels, and laser levels
• Proficiency in reading construction documents
• Proficiency in calculating percent grade, calculating volumes, and establishing and using site benchmarks
• Experience in performing topographic, construction staking, and as-builts using GPS and/or total station equipment
• Experience installing civil infrastructure such as underground dry and wet utilities and road construction
• Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management
• Experience in directing work in field between trades and contractors, coordinating critical path work to maintain project schedules
• Experience in using AutoCAD or Autodesk Civil 3D
• Valid CDL

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet)
• Physical effort with lifting and carrying materials or equipment (up to 30 lbs. unassisted)
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Must be able to climb ladders and work in tight spaces
• Valid driver’s license
• Occasional travel may be required to support projects at other sites

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:          

Pay range:    Heavy Equipment Operator/Level 4: $35.00 - $48.00/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.