Tesla Looking For Prototype Vehicle Technician at Palo Alto, CA Full Time

Our Tesla Service Technicians are members of the largest technician team on the planet, working together in pursuit of our mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. Joining Tesla, means being a part of a team of the most talented Technicians and Engineers on the planet, working on cutting edge automotive technology and on the most advanced cars in production today. Our Technicians are the heart of every service location and we rely on their expertise in process improvement and in the delivery of the best service and products to our customers. We want you to elevate your professional growth through a combination of programs and on the job training, accelerating your career and unlocking your potential. With a global presence, we want to support your growth and career wherever life may take you. Our expectation is that you bring your full self to work each day, deliver high quality product, provide exceptional customer service, and help support our mission.

The Role

We are looking for a vehicle technician who will be responsible for preparing prototype and production level vehicles for chassis controls testing. This full time role requires the flexibility of traveling (up to 40%) to various domestic and international destinations in summer and winter conditions. You will enable the testing of safety critical chassis controls software (Traction Control, Stability Control, Steering, ABS, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Support prototype vehicle builds
• Maintain vehicles and update to latest specifications
• Provide vehicle support at remote proving grounds
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues
• Perform vehicle inspections
• Track prototype parts
• Coordinate vehicle and equipment logistics.
• Communicate issues discovered clearly and directly
• Seasonal travel to proving grounds around the world (up to 40%)

Qualifications

• 3+ years vehicle technician experience
• Valid driving license and a great driving record
• Strong workmanship and attention to detail
• Able to work against high-level goals without day to day oversight
• Able to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment.
• Able to communicate issues and concerns clearly
• Some fabrication skills preferred
• Exposure to vehicle testing is preferred
• Knowledge of CAN architecture a plus
• CAN tools, data logging and/or electronic diagnostic equipment (oscilloscope or others) experience is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 – $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Palo Alto, CA 94304: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Preferred)

Experience:

• vehicle technician: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

Work Location: One location