Utility Service Technician, Elaine BESS
Tesla is seeking an experienced electrical technician to maintain and service utility-scale battery sites, primarily focusing on the Tesla Megapack battery storage product. In this role, you will join the technician team responsible for supporting the maintenance of battery storage sites in the Elaine region, where you will service, troubleshoot, and upgrade medium to high voltage equipment
Please note this position will primarily be based within the Elaine region, however occasional travel to support other regional sites may be required.
As an Electrical Technician, you will troubleshoot and repair equipment as defined by the service engineering team. You will perform complex and precise electro-mechanical debugging, rework, and repairs, executing tasks that require a high level of skill and patience. Your role will involve actively working across Powerpack and Megapack Utility sites to ensure that operations and maintenance requirements are met, maintaining a healthy fleet that performs optimally. Comfort and competence in working with Medium and High Voltage environments while maintaining a strong focus on safety will be crucial.
You will operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and LV/MV/HV testing equipment for effective diagnosis and troubleshooting. Additionally, you will develop and adhere to best practices and procedures for various maintenance activities related to Tesla Energy equipment. Clear communication is essential, as you will maintain high levels of communication and feedback within the Tesla Energy service organization by preparing daily updates on work completed, problems identified, and future timelines.
Flexibility is key, as you may be required to provide support outside your region and potentially internationally. You will also perform other related duties as assigned to accommodate our growth and diversification across applications.
Minimum 5 years’ experience, with at least 3 years’ electrical maintenance experience, ideally within the Utility sector (Solar/Wind/Transmission experience is preferred)
Must have up to date Electrical Registration/License
HV switching experience is highly regarded
SCADA operating experience
Must be able to work from complex and detailed documentation and/or verbal and written instructions depending on situation
Strong computer skills, ability to utilise proprietary and 3rd party OEM software
Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions, electrical diagrams, and mechanical drawings
Willingness to work outdoors, occasionally on the road at unusual hours
Valid driver’s license required
Knowledge of operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand and power tools, shop tools, test equipment
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.
