Facilities Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on installation, maintenance, and repairs including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry work
• Respond to emergent requests to limit facility and equipment downtime
• Assemble, arrange, and move furniture and equipment for new area buildouts or moves
• Open, track, and resolve electronic work tickets for requests and projects
• Work with external contractors and vendors for specialized repairs and services
• Follow and enforce safety protocols to promote a secure work environment
• Document and maintain tools, hardware, and equipment
• Provide operational and logistics support for spacecraft and technology development programs

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a facility technician, construction trade, or similar technical hands-on role
• Proficiency with common hand and power tools
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and comfort being on your feet for extended periods
• Ability to safely utilize ladders of various heights
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed
• U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status required

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a hardware manufacturing and testing facility
• Knowledge of troubleshooting building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical)
• Experience programming and operating digital Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Aerial Work Platform certification
• Familiarity with Google tools, JIRA, and Confluence

Benefits

• Competitive base pay ($34 - $45 USD per hour)
• Significant equity package via incentive stock options
• High-quality company-subsidized healthcare
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement planning
• Flexible PTO
• Free on-site catered meals

About the Company

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. We design, build, and operate satellites that provide dedicated, secure networks to large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. Based in Northern California, we are a team of engineers and entrepreneurs working to connect the world.