Facilities Technician

Join our team at the StarFish Medical Irvine office, where hands-on excellence and innovation go hand in hand. We’re looking for an experienced Facilities Technician who’s mechanically inclined, organized, and ready to take ownership of facility operations in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

If you’re ready to join a collaborative, fast-paced, and innovative team where your ideas are valued and your work makes a difference, apply now and let’s build something amazing together!

Location

On-Site

StarFish Medical, Irvine, CA

Salary

Base Salary: USD 67,600 – 84,500

Annual variable compensation: Target of 0-5% of base salary, tied to goal achievement

Additional Compensation: Employees are eligible for a profit-sharing program

Benefits of working at StarFish Medical

Becoming a part of a group of passionate individuals striving to make a meaningful impact, combined with:

  • Make a meaningful impact through life-changing medical technologies
  • Excellent benefits package for you and your family
  • Profit-sharing program
  • Monthly all-hands meetings and open communication culture
  • Active social committee with events during work and outside hours. Some for individuals, some for families
  • 401(k) participation
  • Vacation and sick days

What You’ll Do

  • Coordinate with our remote IT support team for on-site tech needs
  • Oversee the general operation and maintenance of offices, shops, labs, and common areas across the Irvine site
  • Perform light repairs, equipment maintenance, and facility improvements (painting, workspace setup, shelving, etc)
  • Support the prototype and machine shop with hands-on tasks, tool organization, and technical workspace readiness
  • Coordinate with vendors and contractors for scheduled services, maintenance, and compliance inspections (e.g., janitorial, alarm, hazardous waste)
  • Manage HVAC, air compressors, DI water systems, pest control, and other building systems
  • Procure and organize tools, hardware, and materials; facilitate pickups and deliveries to local suppliers
  • Maintain company vehicles and shared equipment, such as forklifts

What You Bring

  • 5+ years of experience in facilities, maintenance, machine shop, or manufacturing settings
  • Experience supporting basic IT issues or working with an IT service desk.
  • Solid mechanical aptitude and comfort using tools and equipment
  • Self-motivated, well-organized, and problem-solving by nature
  • Valid driver’s license (you’ll be driving company vehicles locally)
  • Able to safely lift and move materials (assistance available as needed)

Nice to Have:

  • Background in engineering R&D, prototyping, or regulated industries
  • Forklift certification or interest in getting one
  • Familiarity with facility safety and compliance (OSHA, EPA, etc.)
  • Painting and finishing experience (walls, prototypes, or workbenches)

Why Join Us?

At our Irvine site, you’ll work with a close-knit team that values initiative, curiosity, and pride in creating and maintaining an exceptional workspace. You’ll play a key role in supporting our engineers, innovators, and makers, enabling them to contribute directly to our shared success and momentum for the future.

We’d love to hear from you, especially if you’re curious, hands-on, and ready to roll up your sleeves. Apply today and help us build something great!

Don’t meet every single requirement? 

Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply – you may be just the right fit.

StarFish Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations upon request throughout the hiring process.