Facilities Control Technician

Tesla is seeking a highly skilled Facilities Controls Technician to support operations at Gigafactory New York. This role is critical in ensuring the performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of our facilities equipment, systems, and infrastructure. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong technical expertise, and demonstrates Tesla's commitment to innovation and excellence.

• Develop, program, and optimize multi-disciplinary control systems with a focus on reliability and efficiency
• Provide advanced controls, instrumentation, and troubleshooting support for facilities equipment and systems
• Design, configure, and test control panels, terminal boxes, and communications networks (BACnet, Modbus, Ethernet)
• Capture, analyze, and interpret system performance data to drive improvements and energy efficiency initiatives
• Lead and coordinate maintenance, vendor support, and system upgrade projects
• Support continuous improvement through controls optimization, remote programming, and operator-friendly HMI design
• Champion a strong safety culture across all facilities operations

• Technical certification, trade school, or military background preferred
• 2+ years of experience with industrial control systems (Allen Bradley PLCs preferred) or facilities equipment operations and maintenance
• Strong knowledge of safe work practices including OSHA, LOTO, NFPA 70E, and emergency response procedures
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain HVAC, boilers, chillers, compressors, pumps, and related facility systems
• Physically able to lift up to 60 lbs. and work at heights up to 50 ft.
• Highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and capable of managing shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, teamwork, and ownership mindset aligned with Tesla's mission and values

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

• Automated Systems Technician I - $28.80 - $33.52/hour
• Automated Systems Technician II - $34.63 - $38.28/hour
• Automated Systems Technician III - $37.38 - $43.44/hour

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.