Facilities Mechanical Maintenance Technician

About the role

Facilities Mechanical Maintenance Technician | Tesla (Construction & Facilities)

Location: PALO ALTO, California | Req ID: 263098 | Job Type: Full-time

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; Wednesday - Sunday

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's Degree or Trade School completion preferred or equivalent experience
• 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:

• 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 - $54.76/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.