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Equipment Maintenance Technician, Cell Manufacturing

Tesla Motors, Inc.
32.00 - 60.70 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Fremont
Aug 07, 2025
What to Expect Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Equipment Maintenance Technician to ensure the operational availability of advanced 4680 battery cell manufacturing equipment. This role involves applying technical expertise to install, maintain, and repair high-speed, high-volume mechanical and electrical systems, factory automation, and robotics. As a first responder to machine breakdowns, the technician will manage recoveries and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance equipment reliability in a fast-paced, innovative environment. What You'll Do Perform preventative maintenance on all industrial production and mechatronic equipment Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and communicate required actions across relevant teams Conduct major equipment repairs, rebuilds, and installations Collaborate with process and equipment engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and maintenance protocols Perform corrective maintenance on electrical systems, mechanical systems, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs, vision/inspection equipment, or FANUC robots Order parts, supplies, and equipment from catalogues or storerooms, and log all work using Tesla CMMS Execute additional tasks as directed by management Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal What You'll Bring Three or more years of experience in maintenance on production manufacturing equipment or equivalent training or relevant education Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes, and implement long-term solutions Experience using volt/multi-meters and interpreting schematic diagrams to troubleshoot electrical systems Capability to read and interpret detailed mechanical assembly drawings and measure tolerances accurately Knowledge of high-speed precision conveyances using magnetics, belts, rotary dials, and pneumatics Proficiency with pneumatic solenoid valves, actuators, control operations, and reading schematics Familiarity with basic hydraulic and vacuum system operations Essential Physical Demands Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, or hearing Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: PAPR, safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and 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 Expected Compensation $32.00 - $60.70/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay 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.