Facilities Mechanical Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

JOB TITLE: Facilities Mechanical Technician
LOCATION: Fremont, CA (some travel to Hayward)
DURATION: 3+ Month Contract to Hire
RATE RANGE: $35-40/hour
SHIFT: 6 or 7am 3:30 pm

TOP 3 SKILLS:

1. Maintaining and repairing HVAC and mechanical systems (boilers, chillers, hydronic loops, VAVs, compressors, exhaust)
2. Client platforms (Automated Logic, Siemens, Ignition)
3. Brazing, soldering, and welding

POSITION SUMMARY:
Tesla is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Technician to operate, maintain, and repair the mechanical systems that support its industrial, commercial, and R&D facilities. The role focuses on keeping HVAC, hydronic, air handling, compressed air, and other critical infrastructure reliable, while also supporting preventive maintenance, supervising contractors, troubleshooting through Client platforms, and pitching in across multiple trades as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate, maintain, diagnose, and repair HVAC, boilers, chillers, hydronic loops, VAVs, compressors, dryers, and exhaust systems
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on mechanical, control, and infrastructure systems
• Install, repair, and modify ductwork, piping, exhaust equipment, and HVAC components, including brazing, soldering, and welding
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Client platforms such as Automated Logic, Siemens, or Ignition
• Inspect mechanical and electrical systems for performance, safety, and compliance
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors during maintenance, repair, and installation projects
• Support general facility maintenance, cross-train on unfamiliar systems, and adapt to changing needs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of mechanical or facility maintenance experience in industrial, commercial, or R&D environments
• Strong HVAC, mechanical repair, and installation skills, with knowledge of related codes and safety regulations
• Effective communicator who is self-motivated and customer-focused; able to work independently or in teams
• Willing to work across Peninsula and East Bay locations
• Valid driver s license

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• HVAC, boilers, chillers, hydronic loops, VAVs, compressors, dryers, exhaust systems
• Ductwork and piping installation and repair
• Brazing, soldering, welding
• Client platforms: Automated Logic, Siemens, Ignition
• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Multi-trade experience beyond HVAC/mechanical

EDUCATION:

• Associate degree or trade school completion preferred, or equivalent experience