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What to Expect
As a Rigging Construction Tool Install Technician at Tesla, you will play a key role in safely and efficiently installing tools and equipment for new construction and facility upgrades at the Sparks Gigafactory and nearby sites. This hands-on role involves rigging, equipment setting, material handling, and anchoring, often requiring close coordination with other trades. You'll work in active construction zones indoors and outdoors with a strong focus on safety, physical readiness, and adaptability.
What You'll Do
- Perform all aspects of rigging support, including load rigging, signal-person duties, critical lift setup, and coordinating mobile equipment
- Collaborate with Tool Install Foremen and Superintendents on equipment setting, anchoring, relocation, and dismantling tasks
- Assist with loading and offloading heavy tools using forklifts, lifts, hoists, and rigging gear such as chains, slings, and shackles
- Read and interpret rigging plans, layout drawings, and manufacturer guidelines to ensure safe and accurate installations
- Conduct daily safety inspections, complete pre-task risk assessments (PTPs), and work safely at heights using fall protection systems
- Support general construction tasks including material handling, anchoring, line work, and job site cleanup
- Communicate effectively across teams, maintain clean work areas, provide feedback, and actively participate in safety briefings
What You'll Bring
- 3+ years of construction experience with a strong background in rigging, tool installation, equipment setting, or industrial construction
- Skilled in using rigging hardware, reading load charts, signaling for hoists, and performing basic lift planning
- Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment in active job site environments
- Comfortable working at heights up to 80 ft., in confined spaces, and performing physically demanding tasks including lifting 50+ lbs.
- Knowledgeable in job site safety practices including hazard assessments, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and fall protection systems
- Able to read construction drawings and rigging plans with an understanding of structural alignment principles
- Strong communicator and team player with flexibility to work rotating shifts, extended hours, weekends, and holidays as needed
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)
- 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
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Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
Aug 16, 2025