Facilities Maintenance Manager

About the role

• Facilities Maintenance Manager | Tesla (Construction & Facilities)
• Location: Sparks, Nevada | Req ID: 277893 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

Tesla’s LFP Facilities team is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee and manage the operations of our new LFP Cell Manufacturing site. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both mechanical and electrical equipment, along with proven leadership skills. As the Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and reliable functioning of the facility, including power distribution, cooling systems, and related infrastructure. This role requires a high level of technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage a team.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the facility, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and uptime
• Monitor and maintain critical infrastructure systems, including power distribution, cooling systems, fire suppression, and environmental monitoring
• Implement and enforce operational procedures, maintenance schedules, and safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential issues, proactively address maintenance needs, and ensure the facility's compliance with regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to schedule and oversee maintenance, repairs, and upgrades
• Identify and diagnose equipment failures, system malfunctions, and other issues, employing technical expertise to resolve them promptly
• Analyze performance metrics, identify trends, and implement corrective actions to optimize efficiency and reliability

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 10 years in facilities operations/engineering with 2+ years in a leadership role
• Proven experience managing infrastructure in a high-tech or mission-critical environment (semiconductor, refinery, biotech, data center, or advanced manufacturing)
• Deep understanding of MEP systems, power distribution, energy management, UPS, Fire Suppression systems, BMS, and industrial utilities
• Strong project management, budgeting, vendor negotiation, and demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound judgments under pressure