Facilities Mechanical Maintenance Technician

What to Expect

A Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of mechanical systems that support Tesla's industrial, commercial, and R&D facilities. This role focuses on ensuring reliability and performance across HVAC systems, hydronic systems, air handling units, compressed air systems, and other critical infrastructure. The technician will also support preventative maintenance efforts, supervise contractors, troubleshoot systems using BMS platforms, and contribute to general facility upkeep.

Candidates must be hands‑on, able to perform tasks across multiple trades when needed, and willing to work across our main locations across the Peninsula and East Bay.

Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM;
Monday – Friday

• Operate, maintain, diagnose, and repair mechanical systems including HVAC, boilers, chillers, hydronic loops, VAVs, compressors, dryers, and exhaust systems
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on mechanical, control, and infrastructure systems
• Install, repair, and modify ductwork, piping, exhaust equipment, and HVAC components; perform brazing, soldering, and welding
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Building Management Systems (BMS) such as Automated Logic, Siemens, or Ignition
• Conduct inspections to ensure mechanical and electrical systems meet performance, safety, and compliance standards
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors during maintenance, repair, and installation projects
• Support general facility maintenance, cross‑train on unfamiliar systems, and adapt to evolving operational needs shrink? -', " "