Jobs · Management · California

Facilities Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Tesla · Palo Alto, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagement$32–$54.76/hrFull-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.

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
  • Coverage 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)
  • 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

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical plans
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Voluntary benefits

Pay and Schedule

Shift: 7:00AM - 3:30PM; Wednesday - Sunday

Compensation and Benefits: $32.00 - $54.76/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits

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