Construction Safety Specialist, Self Perform CSA

Description:
The Construction Safety Specialist – Self Perform CSA will
serve as the dedicated safety resource for Tesla’s in-house (self-perform)
civil, structural, and architectural construction teams. This role is
responsible for ensuring that CSA work activities are performed safely and in
compliance with OSHA, ACI, AISC, and all applicable federal, state, and local
regulations. The Construction Safety Specialist will partner closely with CSA
superintendents, foremen, and craft workers to build a world-class CSA work
culture through field presence, hazard recognition, coaching, training, AI
utilization, and program development and implementation. This position reports
to the Construction Safety Manager and requires 30-40% travel across North
America.

Responsibilities:
Oversee self-performed CSA work safety, including but not
limited to excavation, trenching, grading, utility installation, masonry and
foundation activities, ensuring compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P
Oversee safety for work including metal panels, interior
framing, drywall, flooring, and finish trades ensuring compliance with fall
protection, access planning, and hazard controls
Serve as Tesla’s safety resource for self-perform CSA crews,
providing real-time guidance on OSHA and Tesla-specific CSA safety requirements
Enforce safety measures for silica-generating tasks, fall
hazards, chemical exposures, and interior construction activities, including
dust control, hot work safety, material handling, and multi-trade coordination
to mitigate respiratory, fall, and fire risks
Conduct project walks focused on safe work practices;
perform coaching conversations with workers when corrections are required
Review Pre-Work Risk Assessments (PWRAs), Pre-Task Plans
(PTPs) and Method of Procedures (MOPs) to ensure tasks, hazards, and
mitigations are in alignment with the work being performed in the field
Present material and information to the Tesla construction
management team and self-perform leadership during safety meetings, toolbox
talks, and stand-downs and be a resource to the management team for guidance,
assistance and directions regarding EHS requirements

Requirements:
Degree in Occupational Health and Safety preferred, or
equivalent experience
3-5 yrs of hands-on experience building high-tech
infrastructure and operational facilities (Automotive, tool/equipment
installation, semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.)
CSP or CHST preferred
Demonstrated experience developing and managing excavation
safety programs, fall protection plans, critical lift plans, scaffold programs,
and hot work permit programs
Background in heavy civil, structural steel, concrete,
masonry, roofing, and building envelope construction methods and associated
hazards
Working knowledge of OSHA, UBC, ISO, ANSI, NFPA, NEC, GB,
codes
Ability to read and interpret civil site plans, structural
drawings, architectural plans, and construction specifications

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
$96,000 - $162,000/annual salary + 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.