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Field Service Technician, Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand (On-site)

Field Service Technician, Auckland

2 Weeks ago • 3 Years + • Facilities Management • Undisclosed

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Job Description

Tesla seeks an experienced Field Service Technician to join its Energy Products Operations & Maintenance team in Auckland, New Zealand. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading stationary battery equipment and Tesla charging infrastructure. Extensive travel across Auckland and potentially throughout New Zealand is required. Responsibilities include complex electro-mechanical repairs, use of various tools and equipment, maintaining detailed records, and collaborating effectively with the service team. The ideal candidate is a certified electrician with 3+ years of experience in commercial, industrial, or utility sectors (solar/wind preferred), possessing strong technical skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Must have:

Certified Electrician (Level 4)
3+ years electrical experience (Commercial/Industrial/Utility)
Troubleshooting & repair skills
Proficient with tools and equipment
Excellent communication & teamwork
Valid driver's license
Ability to travel extensively

Good to have:

Solar/Wind experience
Experience with Powerwall and Supercharger sites

Perks:

Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Parental leave
Employee Vehicle Loan Program
Well-being Fund
Bike to work allowance
Birthday Leave & Volunteer Leave

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking expressions of interest for an experienced and dynamic Field Service Technician to work in our Energy Products Operations & Maintenance team, servicing stationary Tesla equipment. Tesla needs a talented and highly mobile technician ready to move quickly in order to keep our deployed systems fully operational.

The primary job is to service, troubleshoot, or upgrade stationary battery equipment and Tesla charging infrastructures as needed. Applicants should be self-motivated team players with a positive attitude! As stated, this role will require a significant amount of travel set around the service and upkeep our stationary battery network across New Zealand, primarily Auckland and surrounding region.

What You’ll Do

Troubleshoot and repair equipment as defined by the service engineering team
Be ready to travel for extended periods of time covering multiple locations
Perform complex and precise electro-mechanical debug, rework and repair
Perform tasks requiring a high level of skill and patience
Operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic and measuring equipment (including DMMs and oscilloscopes)
Develop and follow best practices and procedures for various maintenance activities related to Tesla Energy equipment
Maintain high levels of communication and feedback within the Tesla Energy service organization; prepare daily updates of work completed, problems identified, and future timelines
Have flexibility to provide support outside your region and possibly outside the country as required
Perform other related duties as assigned per our growth and diversity across applications
Actively work across Powerwall and Supercharger sites, ensuring they stay online and performing at an optimal level

What You’ll Bring

Certified Electrician (Electrical License Level 4) including current Electrical Workers Board Registration
Minimum 3+ years’ electrical experience’ within the Commercial, Industrial or Utility sector (Solar/Wind experience is preferred)
Must have up to date Electrical Registration/Licence
Police Check Required, must have a clear record
Must be able to work from complex and detailed documentation and/or verbal and written instructions depending on situation
Strong computer skills. Comfort with Microsoft office and cloud-based computing programs.
Ability to communicate and function well in a mobile office setting
Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions, electrical diagrams, and mechanical drawings
Must be reliable, have good initiative, committed, and quality focused
Willingness to work outdoors, on the road, at unusual hours
Ability to lift up to 20-25kg if required
Valid driver’s license required
Knowledge of operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand and power tools, shop tools, test equipment
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the public
Ability to effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines
Ability to maintain and perform top level professional integrity and appearance

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

In addition to a competitive compensation package, Tesla Australia & New Zealand is pleased to offer the following benefits for permanent employees:

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Parental leave (no minimum employment period)
Primary carers – 18 weeks at full pay or 36 weeks half pay
Secondary carers – 6 weeks full pay
Employee Vehicle Loan Program
Novated Leasing (AU only)
Well-being Fund – An annual allowance for all employees to support their well-being in ways that are meaningful to them
Bike to work – $10 per day if you cycle to work
Birthday Leave & Volunteer Leave

Some eligibility criteria may apply, benefits detailed above are subject to change / withdrawal at Tesla’s discretion with no prior notice.

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