Tesla · 7 hours ago
Operator, Data Center, Facilities
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expTesla is a leading electric vehicle and clean energy company. The Data Center Operator is responsible for monitoring and operating critical data center equipment to ensure uninterrupted operations, while also ensuring efficiency and adherence to safety and sustainability standards.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Operate and monitor the operation of all HVAC systems, hydronic cooling systems, chilled water systems, heating and heat recovery systems, medium voltage electrical distribution, and other critical infrastructure within the data center
Start and stop equipment, ensuring continuous data center operations through control software and automated systems
Provide support for new equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and sustaining operations in the data center. Perform routine operator rounds of equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance
Troubleshoot operational parameters that fall outside normal operating thresholds, ensuring that corrective actions are taken promptly to maintain uptime
Utilize control systems to monitor equipment and verify trends, working to improve the reliability of systems through collaboration with teammates and data center engineers
Work with schematics, piping and instrument diagrams, layouts, plans, and written/verbal instructions to address system issues
Safely work with hazardous materials and areas associated with the data center infrastructure. Follow safety policies and ensure compliance with all safety regulations
Qualification
Required
Must understand basic mechanical and electrical system operations, including those specific to data center environments
Experience with electrical distribution, cooling systems, and critical infrastructure is desired
Must demonstrate reliability, initiative, and a strong desire to learn
Ability to multitask and adapt to the high-paced, ever-changing environment of a data center
Must be adaptable to various work schedules, including night shifts and compressed work weeks, in a high-demand environment
Effective verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail, flexibility, and prioritization skills
Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information
Able to use Microsoft Office software and other data center management tools
2 years of college/technical school or equivalent work experience, with applicable documented training and/or certifications being a plus
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: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, reflective vest, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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