Carpenter

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.

CARPENTER 

As a member of the construction projects team, you will work with engineers and project managers across multiple disciplines to build infrastructure for a variety of projects at Starbase and other SpaceX facilities. This role is responsible for building high-quality carpentry quickly across the Starbase site. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lay out, install, repair, finish, and maintain structures, fixtures, and buildings
• Frame floors, walls, roofs, sheds, decks, fences, and other structures
• Construct cabinets, hang doors and windows, and install siding, sheetrock, insulation, and trim
• Keep tools, materials, and equipment in working condition
• Advise on the selection of building materials and requisition building materials and supplies
• Transport heavy materials in vehicles
• Coordinate with project managers and engineers in the planning of projects
• Meet with contractors for informal bids
• Perform administrative tasks, including entering and retrieving data and making reports
• Define hazards and assess overall design and structure quality
• Instruct apprentice carpenters and non-skilled helpers on trades-based projects
• Perform related duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience in commercial or industrial carpentry

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Hands-on experience with carpentry materials and complex wooden structures
• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction
• Proficiency with electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, rulers, and similar tools)
• Ability to read, create, and review technical documents, blueprints, and drawings
• Ability to offer feedback to the design team to improve cost, quality, and aesthetics
• Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times
• Good understanding of basic math
• Additional requirements
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to perform regular manual labor
• Ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces

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.

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