Facilities Technician; Starlink/Akoustis; Night Shift
Listed on 2026-09-09
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Building Maintenance -
Maintenance/Cleaning
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Building Maintenance
Location: Rochester
the company 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 the company is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
FACILITIES TECHNICIAN (STARLINK/AKOUSTIS) - NIGHT SHIFTAkoustis is now operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of the company providing industry leading RF filters using patented XBAW technology to help drive the mission of making human life multi-planetary, while also connecting the world through Starlink. Our work helps further the impact that Starlink is already making on millions of users around the world, while allowing us to broaden that reach dramatically and continue connecting the unconnected here on earth.
This position will provide maintenance, support, coordination, repair, and general facilities services to our Akoustis Facility in Canandaigua New York. You will operate as a point of contact for general maintenance across the facility while working in collaboration with the Facilities Management team.
RESPONSIBILITIES:- Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment on facilities systems including chillers, boilers, RO/DI systems, process vacuum systems, air compressors, air handlers, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, pumps, filters, etc.
- Perform inspections and repairs to site interior and exterior areas to include walls, floors, fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc.
- Assemble, install, repair and maintain pipes, fittings, heating, water, and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes
- Present information statuses for all critical facility equipment
- Perform hands-on disassembly, inspection, reporting, cleaning, troubleshooting, reassembly, and testing of pumps and other mechanical equipment
- Ensures the proper disposal of hazardous and controlled waste in compliance with regulations and guidelines
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of facilities maintenance experience
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, pipe fitting, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors, etc.), and mechanical fasteners is highly preferred
- Familiarity with Metasys or similar Building Automation Systems software
- Experience operating forklifts, scissor lifts, and fall protection equipment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills is highly preferred
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time, climb up and down ladders, bend, grasp, sit, pull, push, stoop, and stretch as required to perform the functions of this position
- This position is 100% onsite at our Canandaigua, NY facility
- Due to the facility transitioning to 24/7 operations, the work schedule for this position will evolve after training:
- You will start with standard daytime hours during training: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday – Friday)
- C-Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Sunday
- Tuesday and every other Wednesday) – eligible for 15% shift differential - D-Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Thursday
- Saturday and every other Wednesday) – eligible for 15% shift differential
Pay range:
Akoustis Facilities Technician: $20.00 - $35.00/hour
Your actual level and base salary will bedeterminedon a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at the company. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability topurchaseadditionalstock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts andperks.
You may alsoaccrue3 weeks of paid vacation and…
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