Electrical Lead Technician

About the position

A facilities maintenance lead electrician is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems within Tesla R&D facilities. This includes troubleshooting electrical issues, installing new wiring or fixtures, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. In addition, the role involves managing maintenance schedules, planning and executing complex electrical projects, collaborating with other departments, and providing expertise in troubleshooting intricate electrical issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and installs electrical equipment utilizing technical, interpersonal and critical thinking skills
• Operates, diagnoses, analyzes and repairs industrial equipment such as boilers, cooling towers, air compressors, air dryers, pumps, chillers, air handling units, electric doors, overhead cranes and exhaust ventilation systems
• Self-directed with the ability to be resourceful, plan and organize work
• Performs daily general maintenance duties such as preventive maintenance, trouble calls and emergency maintenance as needed and assigned
• Occasionally works on projects running conduit, pulling wire and connecting devices utilizing lifts and ladders
• Uses complex electrical schematics and blueprints to troubleshoot and correct problems
• Develops equipment SOPs and Preventive Maintenance program

Requirements

• Minimum 8+ years related work experience as an Industrial or Facilities electrician
• Experience in handling low to high voltage up to 480 VAC
• Strong knowledge of switchgears, troubleshooting of motor controls, drives and electronic components
• Ability to interpret electrical prints and schematics
• Knowledge using hand tools, electrical meter and testing equipment
• Proficient with computer and mobile devices
• Good understanding of Drives and PLC is a plus
• Valid Driver's License required