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Construction Technician, Carpenter

Tesla Motors, Inc.
28.80 - 43.44 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, New York, Buffalo
Jul 18, 2026
What to Expect
A Carpenter at Tesla will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects and tasks. A well-qualified applicant will have experience in many aspects of carpentry and will not hesitate to learn new aspects of carpentry.

What You'll Do
  • Complete concrete formwork and finishing, steel stud framing, drywall and finishing, plans reading, comprehension and layout, blocking and backing, temporary partitions, temporary stairs, and temporary handrails
  • Produce parts lists and work plans based off drawings or field walks
  • Produce as-built drawing for work performed
  • Complete job scopes outside of normal core competencies asrequired
  • Lead the execution of small construction projects
  • Communicate schedule estimates,progressand impacts
  • Operating scissor lifts, boomliftsand forklift

What You'll Bring
  • Minimum2+ years verifiable experience as a Carpenter
  • The ability to read and understand drawings and specifications as well as to contribute to creating as-built drawings
  • Strong working knowledge of job site safety with ability to thoroughly evaluate job hazards and complete pre-work task planning with an emphasis onidentifyinghazards
  • Ability to work in high elevation up to 80 ft. high
  • Must have strong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with all levels of management; must have high degree of initiative, and the ability to work alone and effectively with other people
  • Extensive knowledge in using hand and power tools
  • The ability tothink outside the boxand find innovative solutions

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
    • Construction Technician I - $28.80 - $33.52/hour
    • Construction Technician II - $34.63 - $38.28/hour
    • Construction Technician III - $37.38 - $43.44/hour
    + cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels

    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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