Facilities Assistant

Facilities Assistant (Hourly)

Location: Hayward, CA (on-site)

About 1X

We build humanoid robots that work alongside people to solve labor shortages and create abundance.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Facilities Assistant to support day-to-day site operations and facilities execution at 1X.

This role focuses on hands-on facilities support, basic handyman/trade work, workspace setup, and occasional lifting/moving of heavy items to keep our site safe, functional, and ready for rapid growth.

You Will

• Support daily facilities operations to keep the site running smoothly

• Perform basic handyman and light trade work (minor repairs, installs, adjustments)

• Assist with workspace setup and reconfigurations (desks, chairs, storage, meeting rooms)

• Receive, stage, and move deliveries, equipment, and supplies

• Follow site safety procedures, PPE requirements

• Participate in safety walkthroughs, inspections, and corrective actions

• Maintain clear egress paths, fire safety equipment access, and general site readiness

• Help maintain organized storage areas and common spaces

• Support simple preventative maintenance tasks (filters, basic replacements, checks)

• Identify issues proactively and escalate building/safety concerns when needed

• Assist with vendor coordination onsite (access support, staging, walkthroughs)

• Occasionally move heavier items using safe lifting practices and proper equipment/assistance

Facilities & Site Support Areas

• Office setup and day-to-day site support

• Basic maintenance and repair work

• Furniture and equipment moves

• Storage organization and inventory support

• Deliveries, staging, and shipping/receiving support

• Light construction support (mounting, patching, hardware installs)

Scope will be assigned based on experience and may evolve as the site scales.

Must Have:

• 2+ years of experience in facilities support, maintenance, warehouse, construction support, or a hands-on operations role

• Comfort using basic tools (hand tools, drills, ladders, etc.)

• Strong reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail

• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams (Ops, EHS, Engineering, Admin)

• Comfortable working in a fast-moving, changing environment

• Ability to lift and move items up to ~50 lbs regularly, and occasionally heavier items with assistance/equipment

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed for site needs, deliveries, or urgent issues

• Occasional overtime or off-hours support may be required (planned or emergency)

Nice to Have:

• Experience in manufacturing, lab, or hardware environments

• Familiarity with basic safety practices and site organization

• Experience supporting vendors or coordinating service work onsite

• Experience with pallet jacks, dollies, or light material handling equipment