Fire & EMS Technician
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
Compensation and Benefits
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
Gigafactory Texas is currently accepting applications for Fire & EMS Technicians. Become part of an all-hazards risk team. During the assigned shift, the Fire & EMS Technician is responsible for responding to medical, fire, technical rescue, and hazardous material related emergencies. The Fire & EMS Technician will support the site day-to-day operations with employee engagement and training. The Fire & EMS Technician will promote continuous improvement of overall Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) processes and systems.
Shifts available: Day Shift 6:30AM – 6:30 PM, Night Shift 6:30PM – 6:30AM (10% pay differential)
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday
What You'll Do
- Respond to emergencies consistent with fire suppression for a 2,500-acre campus, over 11 million sqft of manufacturing space, a cathode facility, crash test area, wildland space, and growing
- Respond to confined space, trench, rescue, high-angle rescue, and entrapments. Respond to hazardous material incidents to contain and mitigate life and environmental hazards
- Provide basic/advanced life support during medical emergencies associate with trauma, chemical exposure, or medical emergencies
- Collaborate with On Site Medical (OSM) team to ensure the best possible patient care and outcome. Support stakeholders with emergency action plans, emergency drills, and emergency communication
- Provides detailed verbal, written, and computer reports pertaining to condition and care of patients. Organize, file, and maintain safety documentation (e.g., one note records, pass down logs,); Ensure all support documentation is collected for event reports.
- Maintain a strong presence throughout the site engaging with shop stakeholders and production associates while fostering a robust safety culture. Support EHS Specialists with safety concerns and assist with coordination of safety supplies (first aid kits, eyewash stations, etc.)
- Safely and efficiently operates emergency response and powered industrial vehicles. Perform confined space inventory, classification, and incident pre-planning. Support facility operations to minimize loss of production time
What You'll Bring
- Required - Firefighter 1 and 2 (IFSAC/Pro Board or TCFP), current National Registry Paramedic or TDSHS Paramedic, HazMat Awareness/Operations (HazMat Technician Preferred), FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 Certifications
- Valid driver's license required to be able to operate assigned fleet
- Rope Rescue/Confined Space Rescue Certifications Preferred
- Fire Instructor 1 Preferred, OSHA 10 Certification - Completion required within 6 months of hire
- Ability to rapidly respond to employee health emergencies, discern audible alarms and activate emergency procedures
- Display Excellence, Courage, Compassion, and Collaboration in accordance with the Fire & EMS Team values. Well organized, excellent attention to details and a passion the care of others
- Evidence of exceptional ability: Clear communication, teamwork, problem solving skills, and ability to adapt quickly
- Must be comfortable in confined spaces
- Must be able to lift over 50lbs
- Must be able to stand/walk for +10hrs daily
- Must be comfortable working with hazardous chemicals
- Must be able to pass respiratory requirements and operate in a SCBA mask for extended periods of time Must complete medical baseline assessment and have the ability to complete physically strenuous tasks associated with fire suppression, for extended periods of time
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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.