What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Maintenance Technician, Facilities position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
Compensation and Benefits
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The ideal candidate has experience in performing general, preventative and emergency maintenance of facilities equipment as well as strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, controls, plumbing and process systems operation and maintenance.
What You'll Do
- Maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and installs electrical equipment supporting all critical facility infrastructure. Works in conjunction with Facilities Operations and Engineers, communicating with both teams on daily tasks
- Electrical Technician performs general maintenance duties, preventive maintenance, LOTO execution/administration, trouble calls, and emergency maintenance as needed
- Works daily PMs on equipment such as VFD's/switchgear/motors with voltages ranging from 120-480V and 4160-25kV as part of their job scope. Troubleshooting motors/VFD's and complex electrical circuits are also part of the routine tasks that the Electrical Technician will perform. Works from height utilizing lifts and ladders as necessary
- Strong understanding of NFPA 70E and LOTOV practices are essential
- Displays positive attitudes and practices good work ethics that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of the company
- Provides excellent customer service and communication
- Complete tasks in a timely manner and provide feedback
What You'll Bring
- Must have a minimum of 5 years related work experience asan Industrial or CommercialElectrician.Facility Maintenance experience strongly preferred but not required
- Knowledge in using hand tools, electrical meter, and testing equipment required
- Efficient in sizing conductors, conduits and using NEC Code Book
- Experience dealing with 24VDC - 120/277-480/4160/25kV AC recommended. Strong knowledge in troubleshooting of motor controls, drives, and electronic components required
- Ability to interpret electrical prints, schematics, install electrical equipment and circuit modification
- Must have strong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with all levels of management; must have high degree of initiative, and the ability to work alone and effectively with other people
- Strong understanding of LOTO/NFPA 70E requirements
Essential Physical Demands
- Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
- Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain
- Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
- Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install parts
- Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day
- Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
- Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
- Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, reflective vest, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.