Equipment Technician, Optimus

Description:
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.

Responsibilities:
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
Utilize internal tracking tools to manage hardware-related issues throughout the manufacturing process and implementation

Requirements:
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

Compensation & 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
$25.25 - $39.10/hour + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.