Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician

As a Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician for R&D Labs, you will lead and coordinate the daily operations of facilities maintenance, ensuring the reliability and safety of critical laboratory systems. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership to oversee HVAC, mechanical, and infrastructure systems while driving compliance with lab-specific standards. You will manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs, guide subcontractor performance, and support cross-functional teams in maintaining optimal facility operations. In this position, you will play a vital role in fostering a high-performance maintenance team and ensuring uninterrupted support for advanced research environments.

Supervise, coordinate, and support daily operations of facilities maintenance in R&D lab environments, overseeing HVAC, boilers, chillers, hydronic loops, VAVs, compressors, dryers, exhaust systems, and specialized lab infrastructure  Plan, schedule, and oversee preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on mechanical, control, and infrastructure systems  Review and approve installation, repair, and modification work on ductwork, piping, exhaust equipment, and HVAC components, ensuring proper brazing, soldering, and welding practices  Monitor, troubleshoot, and guide optimization of Building Management Systems (BMS) such as Automated Logic, Siemens, or Ignition  Conduct and review inspections to ensure mechanical and electrical systems meet performance, safety, and compliance standards, with a focus on laboratory-specific requirements  Manage, coordinate, and evaluate subcontractors during maintenance, repair, and installation projects to ensure quality and adherence to specifications  Support general facility maintenance needs, prioritize service requests, and allocate resources to meet evolving operational requirements

7+ years of experience in mechanical or facility maintenance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role, preferably within industrial, commercial, or R&D environments  Associate degree, technical certification, or completion of a trade school program preferred  Strong technical expertise in HVAC systems, support new equipment start up, mechanical repairs, and infrastructure operations with knowledge of relevant codes, regulations, and safety standards  Hands-on experience and oversight of BMS platforms such as Automated Logic, Siemens, or Ignition  Familiarity with R&D lab facilities, including cleanrooms, specialized ventilation, and unique utility requirements  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with proven problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills  Willingness to travel between all Bay Area R&D sites when necessary

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
- Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)
Expected Compensation $41.30 - $64.16/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.