Apprentice Electrician, Commercial Self Perform

What To Expect
As an Apprentice Electrician with the Tesla Energy Commercial Deployment team you will have the opportunity to work under the direction and supervision of a Licensed Electrician on all phases of commercial PV, energy storage and super charging stations: Skills in all areas of electrical are not necessarily required, but the job can and will involve a variety of electrical disciplines and a strong candidate will be able to perform a variety of electrical tasks from distribution/production power, lighting and low voltage. Working as a team with the entire energy department, the apprentice electrician assist with new installation of: power distribution, transformers, lighting, and electrical equipment 480 VAC up to 1000VDC, Inverters, Batteries, DC strings Under the guidance of a Licensed Electrician.

This role is 80% travel.

What You'll Do

Maintain and troubleshoot various types of electrical components

Use complex electrical schematics and blueprints

Consulting manuals, reading and interpreting diagrams, blueprints, and schematics

Perform a wide variety of job scopes, including but not limited to installing modules, racking and any other required tasks assigned

Display positive attitudes and practices good work ethics that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of the company

Complete tasks in a timely manner and provide feedback

What You'll Bring

Must have compliant government issued identification for domestic air travel and/or to access certain federal facilities, must have a valid drivers license and must be a Registered Trainee with the DIR or able to register and enroll in a state approved trainee course

Knowledge of basic electrical theory and Ohms law and must have 1-4 years of electrical experience, knowledge of using hand tools, electrical meter, and testing equipment

Able to size conductors, conduits and using NEC Code Book; experience working with 120/208, 480/277 VAC, ability to interpret electrical prints and schematics

Ability to install electrical equipment, ability to produce parts lists and work plans based off drawings or field walks and routing, ability to produce as-built drawing for work performed, ability to test and commission all work per Tesla procedures

Ability to complete job scopes outside of normal core competencies as required, strong working knowledge of job site safety with the ability to thoroughly evaluate job hazards and complete pre-work task planning with an emphasis on identifying electrical hazards and proper safety procedures

Ability to lift atleast 50 lbs. frequently, ability to work in high elevation, ability to work in extreme environments, ability to perform repetitious duties for prolonged periods, ability to lift at least 50 pounds frequently, have strong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with all levels of management; must have a high degree of initiative, and the ability to work alone and effectively with other people OSHA10 or 30, CPR plus Reach Fork, Boom Lift, Manlift, Forklift certification is a plus

Ability to travel to numerous sites daily and travel up to 2 weeks at a time with short notice with flexibility to work on weekends and/or overtime along with overnight stay to support Tesla’s critical mission

Benefits
Compensation and 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

$19.46 - $49.13/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.