At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in August 2025. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.
Vast is looking for a Facilities Technician, reporting to the Senior Manager, Construction, to support the development of the factory that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.
This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities:
- Plumbing Maintenance & Repairs: Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting of plumbing systems, including water supply lines, drainage systems, gas lines, and related fixtures.
- Installation & Upgrades: Install, replace, and upgrade plumbing systems and components such as pipes, fittings, valves, sinks, toilets, water heaters, pumps, and gas appliances.
- Emergency Response: Respond to plumbing emergencies, diagnose issues, and execute prompt repairs to prevent damage and minimize disruptions.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure all plumbing work complies with local, state, and federal regulations, including proper adherence to building codes. Conduct regular safety checks and maintain detailed records.
- Collaboration: Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and other technicians to support facility upgrades and new construction projects.
- Vendor Management: Work with external contractors for specialized plumbing tasks, conducting site walk-throughs, reviewing bids, and overseeing the completion of projects.
- Support Functions: Assist with general facilities maintenance tasks when required, such as electrical, HVAC, and carpentry work, with a primary focus on plumbing systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of facilities and/or maintenance experience
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Experience in the aerospace industry or similar high-tech manufacturing environments.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting plumbing blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams.
- Knowledge of plumbing codes and regulations, including gas line installation and repair.
- Experience with both commercial and industrial plumbing systems, including high-pressure systems.
- Basic understanding of other facilities maintenance areas (electrical, HVAC, carpentry) is a plus.
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
- Specific certifications, as appropriate
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
- Must have a valid CA driver’s license
Salary Range: California
$20—$35 USD
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 15 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free catered meals and snacks and beverages, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast 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/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
