HVAC Specialist; Chilled Water​/Data Center - Level 4

HVAC Specialist (Chilled Water/Data Center) - Level 4/5

Hawthorne, CA

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.

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 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 an HVAC Specialist, you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology.

Your work will involve collaborating with engineers, technicians, and internal customers to support these goals, driving real global impact and ultimately contributing to making life multiplanetary. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA.

• Maintain and repair large‑scale chilled water HVAC equipment, including air handlers, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, filters, etc. (100 tons and above).
• Maintain critical mechanical infrastructure supporting datacenters and production environments.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers to maintain systems in peak operating condition, and to develop/update detailed work instructions for preventative maintenance to ensure zero unplanned interruption in services.
• Perform ductwork modifications, brazing, soldering, evacuation & charging of various refrigerants, water piping, insulation modifications, and repairs.
• Assemble, install, repair, and maintain pipes, fittings, heating, water, and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Perform hands‑on shop work and/or on‑site disassembly, inspection, reporting, cleaning, troubleshooting, reassembly, and testing of pumps and other mechanical equipment.
• Ensure work and used materials are in compliance with manufacturer specifications.
• Read and interpret schematics for assembly, repair, and reassembly as required.
• Perform failure assessments and day‑to‑day safety inspections, making recommendations to the supervisor as needed.
• Adjust and fabricate mechanical parts using hand and machine tools for repairs/upgrades.
• Present information on equipment maintenance statuses for all critical facilities as required for internal and external customers.
• Open, track and resolve electronic work tickets on SpaceX systems.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed and determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance.
• Follow and ensure site compliance with all applicable SpaceX, local, state, and federal building codes, regulations, and laws.
• Willing to support as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 5+ years of professional experience working with large‑scale industrial chilled water equipment.

• Extensive work on 100T+ chilled water systems or other large‑scale industrial cooling equipment.
• Experience maintaining datacenters and large production cooling plants.
• Degree or certificate in HVAC technology from an accredited technical school or college.
• Knowledge in HVAC, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, tubing, pipe fittings, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors, etc.), and a variety of mechanical fasteners.
• Experience working with chiller plants, direct outside air supply (DoAS), and air recirculating units (ARU) in industrial or commercial environments.
• Ability to understand schematic diagrams and architectural plans.
• Knowledge and understanding of building management and construction best practices.
• Knowledge and understanding of commercial and industrial mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Previous experience with project management and scheduling software.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management.
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