What to Expect The Energy Reliability Lab Assistant is a team-oriented support role based out of the Palo Alto facility, with responsibilities that may extend across Bay Area lab locations. Core responsibilities include rigorous inventory management of consumables and test equipment, ensuring materials are properly tracked, stocked, and readily available to support uninterrupted lab operations, as well as maintaining overall lab cleanliness and workspace organization in accordance with Tesla's high standards. Additional responsibilities span tool upkeep and calibration support, assisting engineers and technicians with test setup and teardown, coordinating environmental chamber repairs and maintenance efforts with external vendors and internal maintenance teams, ensuring compliance with EHS and safety protocols, and contributing to documentation and coordination efforts that keep lab operations running smoothly. You will be challenged daily to develop and implement innovative ideas that drive operational efficiency across multiple Bay Area sites, working alongside experienced Engineers and Technicians in a fast-paced, high-performance environment where excellence and continuous growth are the standard. We are seeking motivated individuals who are inspired by Tesla's mission and are eager to make a meaningful contribution from day one. What You'll Do Organize and maintain lab equipment, parts & tools Manage overall lab cleanliness including work benches, desks, aisle ways, toolboxes Set expectations for lab users of what is expected for a uniform workspace Support engineers and technicians on test site preparation and end of life clean up Order and manage lab consumables Motivated to work in a high-paced, dynamic environment Willingness to learn new and innovative technologies Demonstrates a safety-first attitude What You'll Bring Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Able and willing to lift at least 50 lbs. Comfortable working in an industrial environment (90% indoor) Work with a collaborative attitude and team spirit Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines Experience in an R D environment a plus Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to change Basic command of the English Language 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 $18.40 - $57.60/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. Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.