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Equipment Technician, Model Y, Plastics

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Austin
Sep 12, 2025
What to Expect We are looking for an experienced Equipment Technician to join our Plastics team in Austin, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting large tonnage injection molding systems , plastics drying systems, molds, hydraulics, pneumatics, electromechanical systems, PLCs, robotics, and temperature control units. What You'll Do Maintain and troubleshootlarge tonnage injection molding systems (1000+ tons), molds, and plastics drying systems usinghydraulics, pneumatics, and electromechanical skills Program and optimizeautomated systems, includingPLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley)andFanuc/Kuka robotics Utilizedata-driven troubleshootingto identify root causes and implement quality repair solutions Readelectrical and hydraulic schematicsto support temperature control units and processing equipment Trainentry-level to advanced technicians, sharing technical expertise across all levels Document processes and repairs usingMicrosoft Office toolswith strong presentation skills Collaborate across teams to enhanceproduction efficiency and system reliability What You'll Bring 5-10 yearsof troubleshootingexperiencewith a strong focus on training others Strong knowledge ofhydraulics, pneumatics, electromechanical systems, and PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley) Proficiency inrobotics (Fanuc/Kuka)andtemperature control units Ability toread and interpret electrical/hydraulic printsand apply data-driven solutions Proven experience inlogical troubleshooting and quality maintenance repairs Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal Essential Physical Demands Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install parts Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, clean coveralls in cleanroom, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines Compensation and Benefits Benefits 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