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Construction Safety Specialist, Self Perform Electrical

Tesla Motors, Inc.
96,000 - 162,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Fremont
Jun 06, 2026
What to Expect

The EHS Specialist - Self Perform Electrical will serve as
the dedicated safety resource for Tesla's in-house (self-perform) electrical
construction teams. This role is responsible for ensuring that electrical work
activities are performed safely, in compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, and
all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The EHS Specialist will
partner closely with electrical superintendents, foremen, and craft workers to
build a world-class electrical work culture through field presence, hazard
recognition, coaching, training, AI utilization and program/policy development
and implementation. This position reports to the Construction Safety Manager
and requires 30-40% travel across North America.


What You'll Do
  • Provide dedicated safety oversight of self-perform
    electrical work activities including but not limited to conduit/raceway
    installation, wire pulling, cable tray work, panel building, switchgear
    installation, transformer handling, bus duct assembly, terminations, splicing,
    and energized work
  • Serve as Tesla's subject matter expert on electrical safety
    for self-perform crews, providing real-time guidance on NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA 29
    CFR 1926 Subpart K, and Tesla-specific electrical safety requirements
  • Verify proper execution of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures,
    Tesla's Control of Hazardous Energy program, and verification of de-energized
    conditions for self-perform electrical activities
  • Review and validate arc flash hazard analyses and ensure
    appropriate PPE categories and boundaries (Limited Approach, Restricted
    Approach, Arc Flash) are established and communicated per NFPA 70E
  • Conduct daily project walks focused on safe work practices;
    perform coaching conversations with workers when corrections are required
  • Review Pre-Work Risk Assessments (PWRAs), Pre-Task Plans
    (PTPs) and Method of Procedures (MOPs) to ensure tasks, hazards, and
    mitigations are in alignment with the work being performed in the field
  • Present material and information to the Tesla construction
    management team and self-perform leadership during safety meetings, toolbox
    talks, and stand-downs, and be a resource to the management team for guidance,
    assistance and directions regarding EHS requirements

What You'll Bring
  • Degree in Occupational Health and Safety preferred, or
    equivalent experience
  • 3-5 yrs of hands-on experience building high-tech
    infrastructure and operational facilities (Automotive, tool/equipment
    installation, semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.)
  • CSP or CHST preferred
  • Demonstrated experience developing and managing electrical
    safety programs, fall protection plans and critical lift plans
  • Background in electrical power distribution systems
    including medium/high voltage switchgear, transformers, bus duct, MCCs,
    panelboards, and temporary power systems
  • Working knowledge of OSHA, UBC, ISO, ANSI, NFPA, NEC, GB,
    codes
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams,
    panel schedules, and construction drawings

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:

  • 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
    $96,000 - $162,000/annual salary + 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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