Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Space

X 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.

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.

• Lead, coordinate and supervise a team responsible for facilities electrical construction and maintenance at the Space
  
  X Hawthorne Production Facilities; dedicated to ensuring zero unplanned interruptions in services to the employees and customers.
• Coordinate electrical projects to ensure vendors meet Space
  
  X, 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 communicate 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 efficient electrical preventative maintenance program.
• Track facilities service requests with applicable systems and complete requests within established timelines and quality specifications.
• Oversee team of Facilities technicians, driving overall performance and effectiveness through individual coaching and development.

• 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.

• 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 environment; 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, switch gear, and emergency lighting.

• Provide 24/7 on‑call support of all critical activities and emergency situations.
• This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA area.
• Position occasionally requires the ability…