What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Maintenance Technician (Temporary) position at Astrolab?
Department: Production & Test
Employment Type: Contract / Temp
Location: Hawthorne, California
Reporting To: Marco Valenzuela
Compensation: $22.00 - $36.00 / hour
Description
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We seek motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.
As a Facilities Maintenance Technician, you will support the upkeep, safety, and operations of our aerospace facility. You’ll gain hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, and general maintenance tasks while contributing to the smooth operation of rover production, testing, and logistics. This role is designed for someone eager to learn, take ownership, and thrive in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
Employment Type: Contract / Temp
Location: Hawthorne, California
Reporting To: Marco Valenzuela
Compensation: $22.00 - $36.00 / hour
Description
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We seek motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.
As a Facilities Maintenance Technician, you will support the upkeep, safety, and operations of our aerospace facility. You’ll gain hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, and general maintenance tasks while contributing to the smooth operation of rover production, testing, and logistics. This role is designed for someone eager to learn, take ownership, and thrive in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
- This is a temporary position for up to six months, depending on project timelines.
- Perform plumbing, electrical, framing, and repair work
- Support machining, welding, and fabrication tasks
- Assist with rover test equipment and shop upkeep
- Organize and track tools, parts, and consumables
- Document inspections, maintenance, and repairs
- Use tools such as welders, multimeters, calipers, and crimpers
- Conduct daily and weekly safety checks and inspections
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
- Support shipping, receiving, and heavy equipment moves
- Safely drive a truck and trailer for logistics support
- Operate a forklift (certification required)
- Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and vendors
- 3 years of facilities maintenance or related hands-on experience
- Background in plumbing, wiring, welding, machining, or automotive mechanics
- Aerospace warehouse or facilities experience is a plus
- Ability to read schematics, blueprints, or drawings
- Familiarity with shop tools, inventory management, and maintenance systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in aerospace and facility operations
- Collaborate with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
- On-site snacks, beverages, and twice-weekly lunches
- Flexible work environment
Salary : $22 - $36