Facilities Instrumentation & Controls Technician – Sparks, Nevada

Tesla

  • Full Time

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

Sparks, Nevada

Full time

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