SpaceXSpaceport Operations Technician (Housekeeping)
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SPACEPORT OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN
The Spaceport Operations Technician is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and overall presentation of Starbase’s guest-facing spaces. This role is hands-on, with a primary focus on housekeeping operations, including room care, laundry, and upkeep of both indoor and outdoor areas. In addition to maintaining high cleanliness standards, this position supports a welcoming and comfortable environment for employees and guests. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, a consistent work ethic, and a genuine passion for spaceport hospitality and delivering a high-quality guest experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Clean and maintain guest rooms and bathrooms, including making beds, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, disinfecting surfaces, and sanitizing toilets
- Process laundry, including collecting, washing, drying, pressing, and folding towels and bed linens
- Restock and replace room amenities and supplies as needed
- Remove trash, recycling, and soiled linens in a timely manner
- Arrange and maintain furniture, fixtures, and appliances to ensure a clean and orderly appearance
- Dust, polish, and remove marks from walls, surfaces, and furnishings
- Vacuum carpets and sweep and mop hard floors to maintain cleanliness standards
- Maintain outdoor areas to ensure they are clean, presentable, and well-kept
- Greet employees and respond to requests promptly, delivering a high level of customer service
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of custodial, facilities maintenance, or operations experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of experience in a housekeeping or hospitality role
- Experience working in large hotels and/or resort environments
- Strong customer service skills with a guest-first mindset
- Ability to follow direction while also working independently with minimal supervision
- Proven ability to operate both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Stand: Up to 6 hours per day
- Sit: Up to 6 hours per day
- Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
- Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
- Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
- Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
- Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 1 hour per day
- Kneel/Crouch: Up to 1 hour per day
- Upper body twist: Up to 1 hour per day
- Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 3 hours per day
- Candidate must be capable of safely performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review
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.
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