What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Operator position at Tesla?
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
Compensation and Benefits
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
As a Tesla Gigafactory 1 Operator, you will have the opportunity to operate and develop one of the largest and most sophisticated operating manufacturing facilities in the world. You will have the opportunity to assist in driving towards world-class energy efficiency and minimize environmental impact through smart, ingenious operational philosophies and unprecedented operational flexibility. Tesla operators will work closely with system experts to continuously develop and improve state-of-the-art systems that will help accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.
What You'll Do
- Operate and monitor HVAC, hydronic, compressed air, electrical, chemical refining, and delivery systems
- Start, stop, and maintain equipment using control software, troubleshooting deviations from normal parameters
- Provide support for new equipment installation, startup, and routine operator rounds, collaborating with teammates and engineers
- Ensure safety compliance in hazardous environments; utilize control systems to monitor equipment and verify trends
- Work from schematics, plans, and instructions, implementing standard practices and adhering to 5S practices
- Champion safety policies during tasks, aiming to improve equipment reliability and system performance
- Required to work with hazardous materials, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to safety protocols
What You'll Bring
- Must understand basic mechanical and electrical systems; experience in chemical handling and electrical distribution is desired
- Demonstrate reliability, initiative, and adaptability in work schedule and high-paced environments
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and adapt to constant change
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment and handle physically demanding tasks
- Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for 10 hours, lift 10-20 lbs. multiple times per day, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces and loud environments
- Potential exposure to hazardous materials; wear a full-face air-purifying respirator as needed for specific tasks
- Open to flexible schedules, including days, nights, or weekends, with safety-conscious work practices and adherence to prescribed guidelines
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
