What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Maintenance Planner 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 Facilities Coordinator ensures efficient planning and execution of maintenance activities across Tesla's R&D facilities. This mid-level role focuses on optimizing resource allocation, minimizing downtime, and maintaining compliance with company standards. Key responsibilities include developing maintenance strategies, managing work order systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, cost-effective solutions. The position requires technical expertise in facilities equipment, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.This role is ideal for candidates with proven facilities planning experience seeking to drive operational excellence in a high-growth environment. Flexibility to support urgent maintenance needs or after-hours operations may be required.
Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (subject to change based on operational needs)
Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm (subject to change based on operational needs)
What You'll Do
- Oversee planning and scheduling of maintenance activities to ensure minimal downtime and maximum productivity
- Coordinate preventative maintenance and repair tasks across diverse facilities systems and equipment
- Develop, update, and validate maintenance/calibration schedules for manufacturing facility equipment
- Generate periodic reports on maintenance performance, including uptime metrics and cost savings
- Analyze equipment breakdowns to identify root causes and implement corrective actions for improved reliability
- Review and refine preventive maintenance (PM) protocols based on supplier guidelines and team feedback
- Manage work order lifecycle from creation to completion, ensuring timely documentation and follow-up
What You'll Bring
- 3 years of experience with facilities systems and equipment and/ or prior experience as a planner or scheduler (2 years preferred)
- Degree in a technical field preferred, or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in PM development, KPI dashboards, and CMMS database systems
- Demonstrated ability in spare parts inventory management and technical documentation
- Project management experience with a focus on cost-saving facility improvements
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and fluency in Microsoft Office suite
- Strong written/verbal communication and organizational abilities
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 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
Expected Compensation
$18.40 - $57.60/hour cash and stock awards benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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.
Salary : $18 - $58