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Facilities Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306

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What To Expect

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

What You’ll Do

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

What You’ll Bring

5+ years of experience in mechanical or facility maintenance within industrial, commercial, or R&D environments and ability to perform brazing, soldering, and welding

Associate Degree or Trade School completion preferred

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

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 with $0 paycheck contribution options

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

Expected Compensation $32.00 – $54.76/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay may vary depending on market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include other elements dependent on the position offered.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities

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