Facilities Instrumentation & Controls Technician

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Job Category
Construction & Facilities

Location
Sparks, Nevada

Req. ID
224102

Job Type
Full-time

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What to Expect

Maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and installs electrical equipment and systems at Gigafactory Nevada's facility using technical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills. Collaborates within the entire Facilities Operations/Maintenance department, undertaking general maintenance duties, preventive maintenance, trouble calls, and emergency maintenance as required and assigned.

What You’ll Do
  • Calibrate and repair instruments and associated equipment
  • Work with electronic control systems, including microprocessors, sensors, and final control elements for automated processes
  • Support controls group in troubleshooting, upgrading, and installing new systems
  • Measure levels, pressures, temperatures, flow, and analytical processes; test instrumentation and control systems; and maintain test equipment
  • Consult manuals, read and interpret circuit diagrams, blueprints, and schematics
  • Repair and adjust system components, remove and replace defective parts
  • Install control and measurement instruments on existing or new plant equipment; work on projects throughout the facility, connecting devices, and using lifts and ladders. Perform equipment repairs and similar duties independently, utilizing complex electrical schematics and blueprints for troubleshooting and correction
What You’ll Bring
  • Knowledge of using hand tools, electrical meters, and testing equipment
  • Ability to read and comprehend wiring diagrams, loop drawings, and P&ID drawings
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in motor controls, drives, and electronic components
  • Interpretation of electrical prints and schematics
  • Capability to work at high elevations up to 80 ft
  • Strong interpersonal skills, initiative, and ability to work independently or collaboratively with all levels of management. Good understanding of VFDs and PLCs
  • Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
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)
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 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.