SpaceX
Aerospace
ElectricalForeman
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“Electrical Foreman at SpaceX. Skills: Electrical maintenance, Supervisory experience, Electrical construction, Troubleshooting. Lead facilities electrical construction and maintenance. Ensure zero unplanned interruptions in services”
What You'll Achieve.
Keep facility maintenance costs low; Keep vendors competitive and efficient; Ensure zero unplanned interruptions in services; Deliver promised services, materials, and craftsmanship; Complete requests within established timelines and quality specifications; Driving overall performance and effectiveness through individual coaching and development
Industry & Context.
Solve diverse and complex problems; Analyze and repair components
Provide 24/7 on-call support, Requires relocation if not already local to Hawthorne, CA, Ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed, Ability to stand, crawl, stoop, and push or lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted, Ability to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts when needed, Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or equivalency certificate, 5+ years of supervisory and/or electrical experience in an industrial electrical maintenance setting, Experience maintaining/troubleshooting plant electrical distribution systems including 3-phase motor controls and 480V AC systems
Nice to Have
Hold a valid Certified General Electrician certificate issued by the State of California and/or a C-10 Electrical Contractor License, Knowledge of basic engineering and construction principles and methods, Skilled in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and calculations, Ability to mark up and highlight coordination items, Demonstrate the ability to independently and effectively manage projects in an extremely fast paced and changing keep projects on time, deal with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and work with a diverse array of contacts, Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite tools and PDF editor software such as Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat, Understanding of job-related hazards in an industrial or manufacturing environment, Knowledge of electrical safe work practices – NFPA 70-E Electrical Safety Standard, Ability to analyze and repair components using conventional and digital multimeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, and hand tools, Working knowledge of electrical theory and the ability to execute equipment load studies and power quality measures, Familiarity with PLC systems, HMI systems, and various AC drives, Understanding of preventative maintenance for panels, switchgear, and emergency lighting
What You'll Do.
Lead facilities electrical construction and maintenance
Ensure zero unplanned interruptions in services
Coordinate electrical projects
Ensure vendors meet SpaceX standards
Plan and direct electrical construction
Plan and direct electrical maintenance
Enforce contract expectations from subcontractors
Maintain a safe work site
Implement safety requirements
Enforce safe work habits
Observe OSHA requirements
Develop preventative maintenance program
Track facilities service requests
Complete requests within timelines
Oversee Facilities technicians
Drive team performance and effectiveness
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Lead, coordinate and supervise a team of technicians; Work with a diverse array of contacts
Communication Scope
Communication of any discrepancies
Process & Methodology
Manage multiple projects, Manage projects in an extremely fast paced and changing environment, Keep projects on time, Deal with a wide variety of challenges and deadlines
Full Job Description
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. ELECTRICAL FOREMAN As a member of the critical infrastructure team, you will help design, build, activate and maintain some of the world’s most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As a Supervisor, you will lead a team of technicians and be the extreme owner of all infrastructure work. The Electrical Supervisor is an important role and directly impacts the foundation of the Hawthorne site. This position will help to ensure that we keep facility maintenance costs low, vendors competitive and efficient, and find better ways to enhance our image to customers, visitors, and VIPs. Our facility care is a direct reflection of our values, and the impact is immense. RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead, coordinate and supervise a team responsible for facilities electrical construction and maintenance at the SpaceX Hawthorne Production Facilities; dedicated to ensuring zero unplanned interruptions in services to the employees and customers. Coordinate electrical projects to ensure vendors meet SpaceX, and local standards while delivering promised services, materials, and craftsmanship. Plan and direct electrical construction and maintenance activities of internal technicians as well as all involved subcontractors for each phase of construction. Enforce contract expectations from subcontractors and communication of any discrepancies. Maintain a safe work site by implementing safety requirements, enforcing safe work habits, observing OSHA requirements and any applicable agencies' regulations. Develop and administer an effective and ef
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