Process Operator (Night Shift) – Sparks, Nevada

Tesla

  • Full Time

What to Expect
As a Tesla Gigafactory 1 Operator, you will have the opportunity to operate and develop one of the largest and most sophisticated operating manufacturing facilities in the world. You will have the opportunity to assist in driving towards world-class energy efficiency and minimize environmental impact through smart, ingenious operational philosophies and unprecedented operational flexibility. Tesla operators will work closely with system experts to continuously develop and improve state-of-the-art systems that will help accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.
What You’ll Do
Operate and monitor HVAC, hydronic, compressed air, electrical, chemical refining, and delivery systems
Start, stop, and maintain equipment using control software, troubleshooting deviations from normal parameters
Provide support for new equipment installation, startup, and routine operator rounds, collaborating with teammates and engineers
Ensure safety compliance in hazardous environments; utilize control systems to monitor equipment and verify trends
Work from schematics, plans, and instructions, implementing standard practices and adhering to 5S practices
Champion safety policies during tasks, aiming to improve equipment reliability and system performance
Required to work with hazardous materials, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to safety protocols
What You’ll Bring
Must understand basic mechanical and electrical systems; experience in chemical handling and electrical distribution is desired
Demonstrate reliability, initiative, and adaptability in work schedule and high-paced environments
Strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and adapt to constant change
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment and handle physically demanding tasks
Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for 10+ hours, lift 10-20 lbs. multiple times per day, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces and loud environments
Potential exposure to hazardous materials; wear a full-face air-purifying respirator as needed for specific tasks
Open to flexible schedules, including days, nights, or weekends, with safety-conscious work practices and adherence to prescribed guidelines

Sparks, Nevada

Full time

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