Equipment Maintenance Technician, Plant Operations (Day Shift)
- Pay
- $32 – $61 per hour
- Location
- Fremont, CA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Listed
- 29 days ago
About the role
Equipment Maintenance Technician, Plant Operations (Day Shift) | Tesla (Construction & Facilities)
Location: Fremont, California | Req ID: 285488 | Job Type: Full-time
What to Expect
Tesla PlantOps is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Technician (Mechanical) to support site Facilities operations at our Fremont site. The selected candidate will provide Operations and Maintenance support to Facilities, equipment, buildings, and grounds. Facilities Maintenance Technicians utilize technical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills while working with the entire Facilities Operations and Maintenance departments, performing general, preventive, and emergency maintenance duties as needed and assigned.
What You'll Do
- Champion and reinforce a safety culture in all aspects of work completed. Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and policies. Develop Pre-Task Plans, Permits (SIPP, Hot Work, Line Break), LOTO, and EHS reviews, as necessary
- Responsible for maintaining the following systems that include but are not limited to: HVAC systems (including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, compressors, pumps, filters, AHUs, MAHs, VFDs, and exhaust fans), Electrical systems (Distribution, switchgear, transformers, and lighting systems), Instrumentation & Controls (Allen Bradley PLCs, VFDs (Siemens), remote I/O, transmitters, switches, and proximity sensors), Dock systems and Roll-up doors, Plumbing/Restroom systems
- Complete Maintenance Orders assigned in CMMS. Log hours, parts, completion notes, and follow-up work identified. Complete operational rounds, readings, sampling, and inspections as assigned
- Maintain clean work area in the shop and at the site of work. Ensure clean up and return of equipment and materials after completing all work and at end of shift
- Actively participate in identifying energy, utility, quality, and safety improvement opportunities
- Support other projects as needed by leadership or as business needs change
What You'll Bring
- Minimum three years of experience as a Maintenance Technician in an industrial/commercial environment. Trade School, Journey-Level experience preferred
- Excellent listening skills, organizational skills, and strong communication skills
- Ability to work on rotating shifts
- A commitment to excellence regarding quality work. A strong work ethic, proven follow-through skills, and a “can-do” attitude are highly desirable
- Ability to work in a fast-paced/challenging environment under constantly changing priorities and demands
- Demonstrated technical ability in the repair and maintenance of industrial systems
- Experience in safe work practices that include OSHA & Emergency Response Training, fall protection, NFPA 70E, and LOTO procedures. Comply with all applicable codes regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives regarding building operations and work safety
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
- Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)
Expected Compensation$32.00 - $60.70/hour + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
From Tesla's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 12, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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The Equipment Maintenance Technician, Plant Operations (Day Shift) posting at Tesla states compensation of $32 – $61 per hour. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Tesla's official career site.
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