Equipment Technician, Power Electronics

What To Expect
As a Tesla Maintenance Technician, you will ensure the optimal operation of manufacturing equipment through advanced troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems, PLCs, hydraulics, mechanical systems, robotics, and conveyors. Your role involves maintaining system efficiency, minimizing downtime, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance equipment reliability.

What You'll Do

Conduct comprehensive preventative maintenance on industrial production equipment, including advanced mechatronics and automation systems 

Troubleshoot and repair complex electrical systems ranging from 24 VDC to 480 VAC, 3-phase, ensuring precise fault detection and resolution 

Perform in-depth corrective maintenance on hydraulic and mechanical systems, including diagnostics, component replacement, and system calibration 

Diagnose and resolve issues in PLC-controlled systems and robotics, utilizing schematics and programming knowledge for effective repairs 

Operate and maintain all cells on the production line, addressing issues in conveyor systems and optimizing performance 

Input and manage preventative maintenance (PM) schedule planning to ensure timely and efficient maintenance activities 

Accurately log all maintenance activities, generate detailed reports, and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards 

What You'll Bring

5 years of experience in maintenance for manufacturing equipment, with a strong background in electrical systems, PLCs, and hydraulics 

Advanced skills in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems and PLCs, with a thorough understanding of circuit schematics and fault analysis 

Proficient in hydraulic and pneumatic system diagnostics, including the use of advanced diagnostic tools and techniques 

Expertise in mechanical systems and conveyor maintenance, with the ability to address complex mechanical failures and optimize system efficiency 

Skilled in interpreting and utilizing technical drawings and schematics for maintenance and repair tasks 

Strong problem-solving capabilities with a focus on implementing effective, long-term solutions for equipment reliability 

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: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump cap and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

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