Collision Technician – Collision Tactical Response Team

Job Description

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What to Expect

We are looking for an experienced Collision Technician to work on one of the most progressive vehicles in the world on the Collision Tactical Response Team. The Collision Tactical Response Team quickly deploys to support factory initiatives to minimize impact on the field, support high backlog locations, and new location openings. This position is home based through a local Tesla collision center; however, it requires regular travel in support of other collision centers and factory operations.

What You’ll Do

• Responsibilities
• Responsible for following proper repair procedures and performs all procedures according to factory specifications
• Use frame equipment for measuring and installing structural components
• Glue, rivet, and weld structural components
• Repair exterior cosmetic panels with metal finishing and body filler.
• Remove and replace all parts associated with collision repair including body, mechanical, electrical, and trim components
• Perform steel and aluminum welding operations: MIG / MAG / STRSW / Dent Pullers
• Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand power tools and shop tools
• Reading and comprehending automotive repair procedures
• Adhere to all regulatory compliance guidelines for hazardous waste disposal
• Maintain clean, orderly and organized work area
• Comply with safety rules, guidelines and standards

What You’ll Bring

• We are looking for an experienced Collision Technician to work on one of the most progressive vehicles in the world on the Collision Tactical Response Team. The Collision Tactical Response Team quickly deploys to support factory initiatives to minimize impact on the field, support high backlog locations, and new location openings. This position is home based through a local Tesla collision center; however, it requires regular travel in support of other collision centers and factory operations. Responsibilities
• Responsible for following proper repair procedures and performs all procedures according to factory specifications
• Use frame equipment for measuring and installing structural components
• Glue, rivet, and weld structural components
• Repair exterior cosmetic panels with metal finishing and body filler.
• Remove and replace all parts associated with collision repair including body, mechanical, electrical, and trim components
• Perform steel and aluminum welding operations: MIG / MAG / STRSW / Dent Pullers
• Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand power tools and shop tools
• Reading and comprehending automotive repair procedures
• Adhere to all regulatory compliance guidelines for hazardous waste disposal
• Maintain clean, orderly and organized work area
• Comply with safety rules, guidelines and standards Requirements
• Vocational Certificate in Collision Repair preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as a collision repair technician, Tesla experience preferred
• 75% of the year travel minimum, 3 consecutive week capability
• Willingness to work overtime if required.
• Ability to travel with your own tools
• Capable of seamlessly integrating with multiple different teams on wide variety of different technical repairs and processes
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the public
• Maintain top level professional integrity and appearance as a collision technician
• High proficiency in written and spoken English
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to work independently in limited supervision environments
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally to support business needs

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)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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

Expected Compensation

$23.00 – $79.00/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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