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SUPERVISOR, FOOD SERVICES FACILITIES

Join our mission-critical Food Services team as a Facilities Supervisor, overseeing maintenance for a high-volume, enterprise-scale campus operation. The Food Services Facilities Supervisor is a critical leadership role that oversees facilities operations and maintenance for the Food Services Department at SpaceX. This position ensures zero unplanned interruptions of services, keeps maintenance costs low, manages vendors efficiently, and maintains high standards of cleanliness, safety, and functionality. By leading a team of technicians and coordinating third-party providers, the supervisor enhances operational efficiency, supports daily food service operations, and reflects SpaceX values through superior facility care for employees, customers, visitors, and VIPs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a team of facilities technicians, HVAC techs, and maintenance personnel responsible for all food service and general facilities operations (mechanics, HVAC, septic, water, trash, build-outs, general maintenance, and food service equipment) to ensure zero unplanned interruptions and full accessibility for daily operations

• Develop, plan, and execute routine preventative maintenance and cleaning schedules for food services equipment and facilities against departmental, company, and manufacturer standards; administer an effective periodic maintenance program

• Manage third-party service providers to ensure services meet corporate standards, contract terms, and maximum value; negotiate contracts, compare service costs, provide troubleshooting reports, and escort vendors as needed

• Oversee maintenance, repair, installation, assembly, and advanced troubleshooting of food service equipment and launch/mission support infrastructure (buildings, HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, septic, water, grounds, fire suppression, generators, fuel storage); perform or direct intermediate to advanced repairs using hand/power tools

• Monitor and direct construction and site improvement projects to ensure work is performed correctly, on-budget, on-time, with minimal disruption; prioritize tasks to drive efficiency and eliminate blockers

• Coordinate and prioritize departmental maintenance tickets, workloads, and time management for the team; identify/source parts, maintain tool/equipment inventory with limited supervision

• Drive team performance through coaching, development, training others, and providing follow-up communication/documentation verbally and in writing to customers, vendors, and stakeholders

• Utilize equipment like forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies, and hand carts for moving food service equipment, parts, or products; monitor building management and automated systems (HVAC, fluid plumbing, etc.)

• Anticipate needs, develop innovative solutions for continuous improvement, and align projects with business objectives

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 5+ years of professional experience in facilities management, maintenance, warehouse, production, and/or food service operations

• 3+ years of experience leading a team or projects

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or related field

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Jira) and asset management software

• Experience managing budgets, third-party vendors, contracts, housing, and preventative maintenance plans

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, electrical work, food safety/sanitation practices, building management systems, and automated monitoring (HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression, generators, fuel storage)

• Experience using hand/power tools, forklifts, and coordinating/planning work for others

• High attention to detail, cleanliness standards, and professionalism

• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills (Microsoft Office suite, email/calendar)

• Self-motivated, works well independently or collaboratively, with ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Willingness to learn, train others, and innovate

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license

• Provide 24/7 on-call support for critical activities and emergencies

• Ability to work all shifts, extended hours, and weekends as needed

• Physical ability to carry heavy items unassisted (up to 50lbs), stand for 10-12 hours, perform frequent bending/stooping/lifting

• Must have or obtain CA food handlers card and forklift operator certification (training provided internally as needed)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Supervisor: $100,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on 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 SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX 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.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com*. *