Maintenance Planner Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Texas, Brookshire Aug 21, 2026 What to Expect Tesla is currently recruiting for a dedicated, motivated, and accomplished Equipment Maintenance Planner that will support the Megafactory Equipment Maintenance and Engineering teams. The role of the Maintenance Planner is to improve work force productivity, and work quality by anticipating and eliminating potential delays through planning and coordination of labor, parts and material, and equipment access. Maintenance Planners are critical in helping to ensure, or extend the life expectancy of equipment, and therefore aiding in the total reduction of maintenance costs and increased throughput of equipment. This individual will act as a key liaison between Production Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to ensure value added, critical sustaining work is done with a high degree of efficacy and professionalism.

This role will report to the Equipment Maintenance Manager(s). What You'll Do Utilizing a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), plan, and schedule corrective, and preventative maintenance activities outlined by the internal maintenance and/or production engineering teams and management, by task and priority level to the maintenance teams (Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Annually, Bi-Weekly etc.) Own asset classification and management of adding new equipment assets as needed with new line products, and assembly equipment installations Lead/Organize the job or work planning process for medium-high level priority projects; spanning various timeframes; and ability to do so on short-notice as production needs dictate Coordinate, and itemize plant shutdown worklists, orders, and assignment of task owners by shift, team, and execution dates. Identify labor, materials, tools, and safety requirements for maintenance work orders Coordinate outside vendor, and/or contractor support where needed; from initial RFQ, PO-drafting, and on-site work scope planning and execution Reduce cost of maintenance operations; while improving responsiveness, minimizing downtime and interruptions to overall operations, applying technical and maintenance experience to analyze overall job scopes; and fill gaps in maintenance operations What You'll Bring Degree in Engineering, Technology, Business Analytics, or a related vocational program, and/or equivalent in industrial work experience is preferred Evidence of exceptional abilities in task management, technical aptitude, and attention to detail Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with equipment maintenance planning in a high-volume manufacturing environment; or fleet/military/flight line management Previous experience as a Maintenance Technician or Engineer in a high-volume manufacturing environment is favorable. Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).Previous experience with ERP/MRP Systems is a plus Experience reading, writing, and interpreting mechanical drawings, electrical schematics and work instructions. Ability to breakdown large scopes into technical documentation, and processes is desired Must have a strong command of the english lanuage, both written and verbal 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