Facilities Mechanical Maintenance Technician
About The Position
A Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of mechanical systems that support Tesla’s industrial, commercial, and R&D facilities. This role focuses on ensuring reliability and performance across HVAC systems, hydronic systems, air handling units, compressed air systems, and other critical infrastructure. The technician will also support preventative maintenance efforts, supervise contractors, troubleshoot systems using BMS platforms, and contribute to general facility upkeep. Candidates must be hands-on,able to perform tasks across multiple trades when needed, and willing to work across our main locations across the Peninsula and East Bay. Shift: 7:00AM - 3:30PM; Monday - Friday
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical or facility maintenance within industrial, commercial, or R&D environments and ability to perform brazing, soldering, and welding
- Strong technical skills in HVAC systems, mechanical repairs, and installations, with knowledge of related codes and safety regulations
- Experience with BMS platforms such as Automated Logic, Siemens, or Ignition
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with strong problem-solving and organizational skills
- Effective communicator, self-motivated, and customer-focused; able to work independently or in teams
- Valid Driver’s License
Nice To Haves
- Associate Degree or Trade School completion preferred
Responsibilities
- Operate, maintain, diagnose, and repair mechanical systems including HVAC, boilers, chillers, hydronic loops, VAVs, compressors, dryers, and exhaust systems
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on mechanical, control, and infrastructure systems
- Install, repair, and modify ductwork, piping, exhaust equipment, and HVAC components; perform brazing, soldering, and welding
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Building Management Systems (BMS) such as Automated Logic, Siemens, or Ignition
- Conduct inspections to ensure mechanical and electrical systems meet performance, safety, and compliance standards
- Coordinate and supervise subcontractors during maintenance, repair, and installation projects
- Support general facility maintenance, cross-train on unfamiliar systems, and adapt to evolving operational needs
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
