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Fabrication Technician, Energy

Tesla
Buffalo, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026
What To Expect
Tesla is currently seeking an Fabrication Technician who will be dedicated to supporting our manufacturing production projects. This position will report through the production maintenance organization.

What You'll Do

  • Display a positive attitude and practice strong work ethic that reflects the mission, philosophy and goals of Tesla
  • Participate in or lead various Fabrication Team projects based on experience and skills as well as lead station/tool install/build projects for maintenance and engineering teams
  • Provide comments/improvements to designs based on experience and field conditions
  • Troubleshoot root cause of tool errors and substandard performance in a cost-effective manner. This includes but not limited to: PLC troubleshooting, electro-mechanical systems, components, electronic sensors and switches
  • Respond quickly to resolve unanticipated equipment problems
  • Work with Production and Manufacturing Engineering team to optimize tool performance and related continuous improvement activities
  • Interface effectively with vendors and their field service engineers onsite or via telephone support as well as attend scheduled corporate training and meetings


  • What You'll Bring

  • Experience with interpreting schematics, panel building, circuit wiring, troubleshooting, and repairing electro-mechanical systems and components, hydraulic and pneumatic components, vacuum systems, vision systems, AC motor controls and PLC troubleshooting
  • Expierence in electrical control panel building and/or electrical field wiring or machine building electrician
  • Ability to travel for, at a minimum, one week at a time, several times per year
  • Demonstrated safe work practices, able to lift up to 60 lbs.
  • Ability to command the english language both written and verbal


  • 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
  • Equipment Maintenance Technician - $28.80 - $33.52/hour
  • Equipment Maintenance Technician - $34.63 - $38.28/hour
  • Equipment Maintenance Technician - $37.38 - $43.44/hour


  • cash and stock awards benefits for all levels

    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.

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