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What to Expect
This is an opportunity to work in the cell qualification and R&D group, which is responsible for testing and qualifying Tesla's next-generation Li-ion battery cells and developing new cell test methods. The Lab Maintenance Technician will join the Gigafactory Nevada Cell Characterization Lab and lead day-to-day lab maintenance operations.
What You'll Do
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on various electrical and mechanical equipment and tools following established procedures and user manuals
- Conduct hands-on electrical testing and data collection
- Utilize PC-based programs to document maintenance schedules and tasks performed
- Troubleshoot and resolve test equipment issues to ensure optimal uptime and accuracy
- Collect portable test equipment for calibration and update calibration records
- Lead and support equipment installation, test fixture and cabinet assembly, and validation
- Support operational tasks to maintain a world-class lab environment including organizing lab benches and stock rooms, refilling fluids for chillers and humidity chambers, and tracking spare parts and consumable hardware for reordering
What You'll Bring
- Knowledge in electrical or mechanical engineering fundamentals
- Experience maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment such as multimeters, battery cyclers, temperature chambers, water circulation chillers, vacuum systems, and power tools
- Ability to read and interpret complex schematics, mechanical drawings, vacuum diagrams, flow charts, OEM manuals, instructions, and tool guides
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. as required
- High attention to detail and the ability to execute test procedures with a high level of accuracy
- Proficient in Windows and MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Strong communication and team skills with internal customer orientation
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:
- Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
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Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
Jun 24, 2026