Job CategoryTesla AILocationFremont, CaliforniaReq. ID283314Job TypeFull-time What to Expect We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Equipment Technician to join our data collection team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in building and maintaining data collection hardware. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the consistent manufacturing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of data collection equipment.  Shifts: 8:00AM-4:30PM or 4:00PM-12:30AM or 12:00AM-8:30AM  Schedules: Sunday-Thursday and Tuesday-Saturday What You’ll Do - Assemble prototype and production-level data collection hardware, ensuring consistent quality - Perform all levels of assembly, including building, testing, and inspecting custom wire harnesses with high attention to detail - Collaborate with various teams to design, implement, and test new hardware configurations - Develop and maintain best practices for manufacturing and deployment, identifying areas for improvement to maximize quality and reduce downtime - Troubleshoot and resolve issues with hardware, ensuring that equipment is fully functional and reliable before being deployed - Will utilize company vehicles to support offside needs up to 20% of the time. - Utilize internal tracking tools to manage hardware-related issues throughout the manufacturing process and implementation What You’ll Bring - Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment, demonstrating a strong technical aptitude and mechanical inclination - Proficiency in troubleshooting hardware issues across various platforms and systems - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines - Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with the capacity to work effectively in cross-functional teams - Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential issues - A valid driver's license is required 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 Expected Compensation $24.40 - $43.20/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site [click here to download a free compatible screen reader](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/chromevox/kgejglhpjiefppelpmljglcjbhoiplfn) (free step by step [tutorial can be found here](http://www.chromevox.com/tutorial)). Please contact [ADA@tesla.com](mailto:ADA@tesla.com) for ADA related questions or to request ADA accommodations. Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our [Tesla Talent Privacy Notice ](https://digitalassets.tesla.com/tesla-contents/image/upload/Tesla-Talent-Privacy-Notice-%28Global%29).