Equipment Maintenance Technician, Semi, General Assembly

Tesla • Sparks, NV

111d

About The Position

As a Tesla Equipment Maintenance Technician, you will ensure the operational availability of manufacturing equipment by installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical, electrical, and automation systems. You'll collaborate with Engineering teams to improve reliability and minimize downtime. You'll be a key problem solver, handling machine breakdowns and maintaining production flow. Youll assist with Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), which will involve international travel for the first few months.

Requirements

• Experience with Siemens or other PLC platforms
• Demonstrate experience with 3-phase 480/208 VAC, single-phase 208/120 VAC, and 24 VDC systems
• Skill in troubleshooting automation, conveyance, and electromechanical systems
• Proficiency with hand tools, machining, welding, and reading mechanical/electrical schematics
• Specialization in electrical/electronics, mechanical/machining, or automation/PLC/robotics

Nice To Haves

• Fanuc and Kuka robot experience is a plus
• OSHA 10 certification is a plus
• Fluency in English is required

Responsibilities

• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FATs) internationally to validate and launch new production tooling
• Use manufacturing systems (MES, Spares Inventory, Issue Tracking) to collaborate with cross-functional teams and improve reliability
• Perform major repairs and rebuilds, including weekend and holiday shifts when necessary
• Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and communicate corrective actions
• Respond to alarms, breakdowns, and production requests to minimize downtime

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees