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CORROSION CONTROL TECHNICIAN

The Corrosion Control Technician is responsible for production tools applications of various coatings systems for asset protection. This Technician will comply with quality corrosion expectations, identifying/removing/treating corrosion in preparing components for painting. This fast-paced environment requires the ability to perform painting and adhere to a tight schedule.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sand blast to acceptable industry standards
• Operate spray coating equipment to industrial and commercial standards
• Operate air tools, pressure feed tanks, airless pumps
• Quality brush and roll industrial and commercial coatings
• Corrosion control on carbon steel/stainless steel using pneumatic air tools, needle guns, scalers
• Safe operation of aerial platforms, forklifts and heavy equipment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of industrial corrosion control experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of industrial painting experience
• Familiarity with NACE, MSDS, and EPA regulation codes or industry standards
• Understanding of heavy equipment safety standards
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns
• Self-motivated individual able to work independently or in a team environment and willing to learn
• Able to assume responsibility, work with little or no supervision, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful conditions

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, to include overtime, holidays, and weekends when required
• Must be able to lift, push, pull up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to work outdoors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor in a safe manner. Work in extremes temperature due to weather conditions and operating equipment
• Must be able to be medically cleared for respirator use, half and full face

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: 

Pay range: 

Corrosion Control Technician/Level 1: $18.00/hour Corrosion Control Technician/Level 2: $21.00/hour Corrosion Control Technician/Level 3: $25.00/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.