Rigger - Weekend; 2nd Shift
Listed on 2025-10-16
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Energy/Power Generation
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
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 Space
X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
Rigger – Weekend (2nd Shift)
Work shift:
Friday – Monday, 2:30 PM – 1 AM.
- Safely rig with round/flat slings and protectors, then lift flight hardware into and from manufacturing machines.
- Safely rig with flat/round slings flight hardware components for delivery from machine, non‑destructive test and drilling workshops.
- Safely rig with flat/round slings and lift large tooling jigs and fixtures into position and onto flight hardware.
- Install tooling onto flight hardware barrel sections, safely rig with round slings, lift and break over barrel sections from vertical to horizontal to load into circumferential stir welding machine.
- Safely rig with designed tooling and round slings to lift complete rocket stages from integration carts onto transportation trailer or dolly.
- Safely rig with round/flat slings flight hardware and lift using a 6‑20 k forklift.
- Operate air bearing carts to move flight hardware from station to station.
- High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
- Certified forklift operator.
- 2+ years of professional experience as a certified overhead crane operator.
- Previous experience with lifting large, oddly shaped or unbalanced loads.
- Valid driver’s license (class “B” or higher).
- Must be willing to work weekend 2nd shift (Friday‑Monday 2:30 PM – 1 AM).
- Ability to perform job duties requiring standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions, climbing hand‑over‑hand, lifting 25 lb. unassisted, and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights.
- Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise.
- On‑the‑job (OJT) training will be required and may require traveling to other Space
X sites. - Must be able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed.
Pay range:
- Rigger/Level 1: $22.00 – $24.50/hour
- Rigger/Level 2: $24.00 – $29.00/hour
- Rigger/Level 3: $27.50 – $35.00/hour
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related knowledge and experience.
Base salary is part of a total rewards package that may also include long‑term incentives, stock options/awards, discretionary bonuses, additional stock purchase plan, medical/vision/dental coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, discounts, and more.
Paid vacation: 3 weeks. Paid holidays: at least 10 per year.
Eligibility & Export ControlsTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementSpace
X is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Space
X 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, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
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