Spares Technician, Castings
teslaFremont, CA
$28.75 - $42.73/hour
APPLYSpares Technician, Castings
teslaFremont, CASenior L5
$28.75 - $42.73/hour
Industrial Machinery MechanicsMaintenance Workers, MachineryInstallation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other
Nonferrous Metal Die-Casting FoundriesSteel Foundries (except Investment)Other Nonferrous Metal Foundries (except Die-Casting)
APPLY NOWSpares TechnicianWe are seeking a Spares Technician to provide high-priority support to Maintenance Supervisors and the Maintenance Planner. The core focus of this role is spare parts/inventory management, planner support, supervisor support (including pass down and documentation), preventive/predictive maintenance execution, equipment reliability, and shop operations. The technician will also oversee hazardous waste management for castings department, with primary focus on integrity in castings areas to prevent and control spills, coordinate immediate response with the EHS/hazardous waste team if spills occur, ensure hazardous waste is handled correctly and on the required locations, organize with EHS Hazardous Waste team for compliance with regulations and waste pickup.
This position drives equipment uptime, parts availability, cost savings, 5S, and continuous improvement while ensuring environmental compliance related to containment.
Responsibilities:
Manage organized, labeled inventory of parts and tools (FLUX preferred), including lineside spares, min/max levels, ordering, cycle counts, cost control, kitting/staging, critical spares monitoring, warehouse follow-ups, and analysis of costs/failures versus expected life
Partner with the Maintenance Planner on parts availability, work orders, scheduling, PM/project follow-up, BOMs, documentation, and 4D countermeasures
Provide real-time Supervisor support, maintain daily pass downs on limiters, and keep the CMMS fully updated with PMs, PdM, downtime, notes, and records
Perform routine maintenance, inspections, repairs, and rebuilds on shop equipment while loading/unloading materials with material handling equipment as needed
Conduct Castings housekeeping and twice-daily inspections (DCM1, DCM2, Tool & Die) for coolant, debris, and rainwater, keeping sumps, secondary containments, drip pans, and berms clear and EHS-ready
Manage hazardous waste segregation, labeled containers, bin changes, pickups, spill kits, and immediate spill response (including Security/EHS contact, cleanup, forklift moves, and vendor collaboration)
Maintain a clean, 5S-compliant shop while driving cost-savings, process improvements, and continuous gains in reliability, efficiency, safety, and quality
Requirements:
Technical certificate, trade school, or Associate's Degree in industrial Maintenance/Manufacturing Technology, or equivalent experience
2+ years in industrial maintenance, spare parts/inventory control, or planner/supervisor support in manufacturing (castings, automotive, or high-volume preferred); experience in castings, foundry, or heavy manufacturing a plus
Ability to safely perform mechanical repairs, basic electrical work, inspections, and rebuilds, plus knowledge of (or willingness to learn) secondary containment, spill prevention, EHS, and maintenance standards (HAZWOPER a plus; training provided)
Strong organization, attention to detail, multi-priority management, communication, and collaboration skills, with proven planner/supervisor support and experience in 5S, continuous improvement, BOMs, and cost reduction
Flexibility for on-call, weekends, or off-shifts; ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk extended periods, and work in a manufacturing environment (PPE required); forklift/material handling certification preferred or ability to obtain
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/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/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
Potential exposure to confined spaces, elevated heat and hazardous materials
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, hearing protection and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Compensation & BenefitsBenefits
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
Expected Compensation$28.75 - $42.73/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.
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Level
Senior L5
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$28.75 - $42.73/hour
Location
Fremont, CA
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Industrial Machinery Mechanics
Industry
Nonferrous Metal Die-Casting Foundries
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