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Solar Maintenance Technician, Residential Energy Service

Tesla
Tesla
Vista, San Diego County
Jul 31, 2026
19.30 – $28.96/hr
-27% vs California average

At a glance

  • Rooftop work, harness/fall protection required

Job Description

What to Expect The Service Installer is an essential part of Tesla's Field Energy Operations team Employees working in this role are leading the drive towards completing Tesla's mission-to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy

As a Service Installer, each employee is working with the latest solar technology, building relationships with team members, and completing the installation of our products safely and on time

Tesla's ideal candidate will have a passion for learning basic energy system construction, terminology, and concepts This position is an hourly role that requires working outside in extreme environments, working at heights, and prolonged periods of repetitious duties including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods.

What You'll Do

  • Support the Crew Lead and Electrician on the successful servicing and maintenance of Tesla's solar products Attend weekly team meetings and mandatory training sessions on new products, best service practices, and standard workmanship guidelines Follow building standards and codes when installing and servicing panels and support structures Assist with routine maintenance on energy systems Manage time and tasks effectively with a sense of urgency Provide an exceptional customer experience to all customers What You'll Bring Experience in roof work, general construction or carpentry preferred Ability to safely handle power tools, hand tools as well as materials such as ladders, inverters, solar panels, panel boards, batteries and other similar electrical equipment, lumber, roofing materials, etc.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills Excellent attendance is essential for the team to achieve success Travel is mandatory and will vary dependent on business needs. Employees must be able to travel for up to 2 weeks at a time, several times a year to various locations within the US. Must have compliant government issued identification for domestic air travel and/or to access certain federal facilities Must be able to work at great heights, work in extreme environments, perform prolonged periods of repetitious duties, and lift at least 50 pounds frequently Validdriver'slicense required 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 $19.30 - $28.96/hour 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.

O&M Technician roles in California average $68,854/year, based on 13 active listings on our database.

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