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Day Porter Janitor - Temporary

Yesterday El Segundo, CA

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

DAY PORTER JANITOR - TEMPORARY

As a Day Porter Janitor at SpaceX, you will be interacting with our guests (employees) and management staff in our office, warehouse, and production spaces in a polite manner. You will be responsible for general cleaning, cleaning equipment operation, and conducting daily inspections, ensuring cleanliness, daily reporting, and other duties assigned by facilities management.  

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • General cleaning, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and trash removal.  
  • Restroom cleaning and sanitization, including maintaining cleanliness, replenishing supplies, and ensuring hygiene standards are met.  
  • High-touch area sanitization focused on areas like doorknobs, light switches, and other surfaces frequently touched by multiple people.  
  • Specialized cleaning, which may include carpet cleaning, floor care (stripping, waxing, polishing), window washing, or cleaning other surfaces like walls and ceilings.  
  • Equipment operation using equipment like floor buffers, vacuum cleaners, and carpet cleaners.  
  • Waste management removing trash and recycling from designated areas.   

POSITION DETAILS:

This is a temporary position with SpaceX, for the length of time as stated, and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs dictate.

  • LENGTH OF POSITION: 3 months (permanent hire conversion dependant on performance and business need)
  • LOCATION: Hawthorne, CA 
  • SHIFT: 1st shift - Mon-Fri 9:00am - 6:30pm

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate. 
  • 1+ year of office or industrial space cleaning experience, warehouse experience, and/or customer service experience. 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

  • Janitorial experience. 
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment.  
  • Customer service experience.  
  • Ability to work well with others and be self-driven. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Requires being onsite fully in Hawthorne, CA - remote work not considered.
  • Valid driver's license. 
  • Ability to carry large, heavy items unassisted (up to 30 lbs.). 
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time – up to 8-10 hours a day. 
  • Willingness to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed. 
  • Frequent bending, stooping, and lifting of objects. 

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COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:         

Pay range:         

Day Porter: $22.00 - $24.50/hour 

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 potential discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, and various other discounts and perks. You will also be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

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

Client-provided location(s): El Segundo, CA
Job ID: 8159013002
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-09-09T23:33:04

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion