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Sprinkler Fitter, Powertrain

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Nevada, Sparks
1 Electric Avenue (Show on map)
Aug 15, 2025
What to Expect
Tesla is hiring an experienced Sprinkler Fitter to install, inspect, test, and maintain fire protection systems across its advanced manufacturing facilities. This role covers wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, foam, and fire hydrant systems. Candidates must be self-directed, safety-focused, and code-compliant.

What You'll Do
  • Read blueprints and NFPA specs; cut, thread, groove, and weld pipe
  • Install valves, hangers, fire pumps, risers, and backflow preventers
  • Perform wet system inspections including flow tests, valve checks, and alarm verifications
  • Conduct dry system tests such as trip tests, drain inspections, and air pressure checks
  • Handle pre-action and deluge systems with detection integration, solenoid testing, nozzle inspections, and actuation checks
  • Manage foam systems and hydrants through concentrate checks, proportioner testing, flow testing, and NFPA compliance
  • Respond to service calls, diagnose faults, coordinate with teams, complete ITM reports, and maintain tools and inventory

What You'll Bring
  • Nevada State Fire Marshal G-Card & I-Card (or ability to obtain)
  • 10+ years in fire sprinkler installation and maintenance
  • Completion of 5-year apprenticeship preferred
  • Strong knowledge of NFPA 13, 14, 20, 24, 25, 291
  • OSHA 10 (minimum), OSHA 30 preferred; valid driver's license with clean record
  • Physically able to lift 50+ lbs. and work at heights; proficient in English with strong communication skills
  • Must have command of the English language, 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:

  • 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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