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What to Expect
The Technical Training Instructor (START) role is part of a larger Training team supporting and influencing the Tesla culture and development of Maintenance Technicians at Gigafactory Nevada by taking on the START program facilitation through a 14-week onboarding & training program.
The Technical Training Instructor will be relied upon to be a resource for Internal & External employees. The instructor will be expected to invest time in supporting Classroom and Hands On style facilitation.
A successful Instructor will be knowledgeable, approachable, outgoing and exudes the Tesla mission in all facets. Our ideal Instructor embodies the Tesla culture and the individualistic approach to up-skilling Maintenance Technicians and training diverse groups of talented individuals.
What You'll Do
- In-depth knowledge of technical disciplines (Pneumatic, Electronic, Robotic, Mechanical, Controls, etc.)
- Develop high quality, engaging technical content and lab exercises on a wide variety of applications (Basic and Advanced)
- Facilitate internal START apprenticeship program including classroom and hands-on training to manage and maintain Maintenance Technician skill building with emphasis on safety, quality, and productivity within Gigafactory Nevada
- Foster partnership and collaboration with educational program partners, coordinators, and external educators
- Ability to understand and relay knowledge of updated processes and documentation to maintaincontent for effective trainingalong with the ability to design and deliver high quality learner evaluations, including written and hands-on assessments
- Provide comprehensive schedule management and tracking of learner's completed and required training in the LMS, as required to support student learning outcomes, and assess behavior/performance
- Learn new process skills, keep up to date with the latest revisions of process operations, and assist with curriculum review, revision, and creation. Aid in the development of new course material and innovative instructional techniques that promote student learning and retention of students to completion
What You'll Bring
- Associate's Degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or closely related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of technical experience with 2+ years of training or adult teaching (preferred)
- Experience with learning management systems and/or online learning in high volume, fast-paced settings
- Understanding of manufacturing process and methodology and working experience in a manufacturing operations environment
- Proficient in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Demonstrates personal leadership and accountability along with Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies
- Understandingof adult learning principles, instructional design, or education along with strong verbal and written communication skills, including excellent interpersonal skills
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)
Nov 14, 2025