Equipment Maintenance Technician, Drive Unit – Sparks, Nevada

Tesla

  • Full Time

What to Expect
Tesla seeks a Maintenance Technician to ensure the operational efficiency of manufacturing equipment. Apply mechanical, electrical, and automation skills to maintain, repair, and optimize equipment performance.
What You’ll Do
Manage production line equipment: respond to alarms, breakdowns, and requests efficiently 

Diagnose and resolve equipment failures, identifying root causes and actions taken 

Achieve Journeyman Level on assigned machines, handling preventative maintenance and repairs 

Improve PM documents and schedules with Maintenance Supervisor and Leads 

Perform major repairs and rebuilds, including occasional weekends and holidays 

Utilize manufacturing systems (MES, Spares Inventory, Issue Tracking) 

Collaborate with Process and Equipment Engineering to enhance equipment reliability and minimize downtime 
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Technology preferred, or 3+ years of relevant experience 

Proficiency in Allen Bradley PLCs highly desired 

Experience with Fanuc or Kuka robots is a plus 

Specialization in electrical/electronics, mechanical/machining, or automation/PLC/robotics 

Skilled in troubleshooting automation, conveyance, and electromechanical systems 

Proficient with hand tools, portable tools, machining, and welding 

Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics 

Physical Demands: 

Perform physically demanding work for up to 12 hours a day 

Stand, walk, and traverse uneven terrain for extended periods 

Lift, push, and carry up to 50 lbs., including up and down stairs 

Frequently bend, lift, reach, and perform repetitive tasks 

Work in various positions such as stooping, kneeling, and crouching 

Climb and maintain balance on ladders or scaffolding 

Follow safety protocols, including wearing PPE and adhering to site safety standards

Sparks, Nevada

Full time

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