Construction Technician

Description:
As a Tesla Construction Technician, you will play a crucial role in new construction and building improvements at the Sparks Factory and surrounding facilities. You will be responsible for safety and general labor duties. Completion and documenting safety workplace examinations. This is a physically demanding job working within production areas inside and outside, requiring walking and standing all day, as well as bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing ladders and lying on the ground intermittently throughout the day. Occasionally work in wet environments inside or outside of the building. In addition, you will at times wear a fall protection harness while working from heights or from a suspended position. Work weeks can extend to six-day work weeks with minimal notice due to demand shutdowns/line failures/emergencies, this includes working holidays so a flexible schedule change is a plus.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Tool Install Management team on construction and Facility improvement projects, managing scopes of work including demolition, drilling, painting, framing, and more
Handle daily activities such as loading/unloading materials, operating various tools, mobile equipment, and machinery
Familiarity with materials like paint, epoxy, concrete, Unistrut, and metals; consult manuals and installation instructions for equipment
Perform tasks outside core competency, learn new skills as needed, complete tasks promptly, and provide feedback to stakeholders
Layout and measure metal stock, align and secure fixtures/tools, establish work procedures, and dispose of waste material
Exchange technical information with colleagues, evaluate machining procedures, and recommend improvements for efficiency
Plan production procedures, dismantle and repair machines, and install components or new equipment

Requirements:

Minimum (3) year of experience working in a construction or facilities capacity working on tenant improvement, remodel construction, new construction, and facility services or maintenance
Verbal and written communication skills, able to understand directions, read work orders with location and project descriptions, request more information from Supervisors and customers
A strong attention to detail and quality of finished architectural work will be required
Ability to complete job scopes outside of normal core competencies as required
Strong working knowledge of job site safety with the ability to thoroughly evaluate job hazards and complete pre-work task planning
Ability to work in high elevation up to 80 ft. high
Must have strong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with all levels of management; must have a high degree of initiative, and the ability to work alone and effectively with other people
Ability to interpret architectural drawings, details, and specifications a plus
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials
Ability to work off-shifts, as needed

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