Construction Safety Specialist, Self Perform Mechanical

Description:
The Construction Safety Specialist – Self Perform Mechanical will serve as the dedicated safety resource for Tesla’s in-house (self-perform) mechanical construction team. This role is responsible for ensuring that mechanical work activities are performed safely and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The Construction Safety Specialist will partner closely with mechanical superintendents, foremen, and craft to build a world-class mechanical work culture through field presence, hazard recognition, coaching, training, AI utilization, and program development and implementation. This position reports to the Construction Safety Manager and requires 30-40% travel across North America.

Responsibilities:

Provide dedicated safety oversight of self-perform mechanical work activities including but not limited to process piping fabrication and installation, HVAC system fabrication and installations, utility piping, welding, brazing, soldering, threading, grooving, and flange-up work
Serve as Tesla’s safety resource for self-perform mechanical crews, providing real-time guidance on OSHA and Tesla-specific mechanical safety requirements
Review and validate pressure testing procedures and safety plans for hydrostatic and pneumatic testing of piping systems, ensuring proper barricading, pressure relief, personnel exclusion zones, and test medium requirements are established
Monitor safe rigging and material handling practices for heavy mechanical lifts including pipe spools, valves, mechanical equipment, air handling units, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and rooftop units, ensuring compliance with Tesla’s critical lift program
Conduct project walks focused on safe work practices; perform coaching conversations with workers when corrections are required
Review Pre-Work Risk Assessments (PWRAs), Pre-Task Plans (PTPs) and Method of Procedures (MOPs) to ensure tasks, hazards, and mitigations are in alignment with the work being performed in the field
Present material and information to the Tesla construction management team and self-perform leadership during safety meetings, toolbox talks, and stand-downs and be a resource to the management team for guidance, assistance and directions regarding EHS requirements

Requirements:

3-5 yrs of hands-on experience building high-tech infrastructure and operational facilities (Automotive, tool/equipment installation, semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.)
CSP or CHST preferred
Demonstrated experience developing and managing fall protection plans and critical lift plans
Background in electrical power distribution systems including medium/high voltage switchgear, transformers, bus duct, MCCs, panelboards, and temporary power systems
Working knowledge of OSHA, UBC, ISO, ANSI, NFPA, ASME, ASHRAE, GB, codes
Ability to read and interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), isometric drawings, mechanical plans, and construction drawings

Compensation & Benefits:

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