What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Superintendent 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 Mechanical Superintendent oversees the planning, coordination, and supervision of mechanical construction, installation, and maintenance activities to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards while leading crews and coordinating with other trades.
What You'll Do
- Supervise mechanical crews in the installation and maintenance of piping, HVAC, process equipment, and related systems
- Plan daily and weekly work activities and monitor progress against project schedules
- Interpret drawings and specifications; resolve field issues and coordinate with engineering and other trades
- Enforce safety programs, site rules, and applicable codes; conduct toolbox talks
- Coordinate materials, equipment, tools, and subcontractors while tracking inventory
- Inspect work for quality and compliance; oversee testing, commissioning, and punch-list resolution
- Maintain accurate daily reports, timekeeping, and progress documentation
What You'll Bring
- Technical degree or trade certification preferred, or equivalent experience
- 8 years of mechanical construction or industrial maintenance experience, including 3-5 years in a supervisory role
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, piping, HVAC, process equipment, and related codes
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, isometrics, and technical specifications
- Proven leadership skills managing multi-craft crews
- Solid understanding of construction scheduling, productivity, and basic cost control
- Valid driver's license and ability to work in field/construction environments
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
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.