New

General Foreman Tool Install

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Nevada, Sparks
1 Electric Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 30, 2026
What to Expect As a Tool Install General Foreman, you will lead field crews in the safe, precise rigging, offloading, placement, anchoring, and hookup of heavy process tools and equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This hands-on supervisory role demands expertise in heavy rigging and material handling, combined with strong leadership to coordinate multi-trade efforts, ensure zero-damage installations, and support production uptime. The position is physically demanding, involving extended hours (potential 6-day weeks, holidays, shutdowns, or emergencies), work in production/cleanroom areas (indoor/outdoor), occasional wet conditions, and flexibility with schedule changes. What You'll Do Lead and supervise rigging crews for equipment offloading, heavy lifting, precise placement, anchoring/securing, and initial tool line setups (e.g., process lines, supports, and connections) on construction and tool installation projects Oversee daily field operations: equipment offloading/unloading from trucks/trailers, rigging setup (slings, chains, hoists, cranes), material distribution, tool/equipment movement, anchoring, leveling, and execution of tasks (including cross-trade or adaptive work as required) Communicate project expectations, lift plans, safety protocols, and updates from management to the field team; uphold high standards of workmanship in a safety-first culture Conduct and document PTPs, hazard assessments (especially rigging-related), pre-lift planning, and ensure full compliance with Tesla standards, and industry best practices for heavy equipment handling Utilize rigging gear, hand/power tools, mobile equipment (forklifts, cranes, skates, jacks, training/certifications provided); interpret rigging plans, isometric drawings, P&IDs, and layout documents Plan and oversee safe lifts, align/level/anchor machinery and tools, dismantle/store rigging after use Coordinate closely with construction management, 3rd party vendors, other trades, and production teams to execute lifts, minimize production disruptions, and deliver installations on schedule with high quality and safety What You'll Bring Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in rigging, equipment offloading, machinery moving/anchoring, tool installation, or similar industrial/construction trades (semiconductor, fab, manufacturing preferred) Current OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain immediately); rigging-specific certifications (e.g., NCCCO, NCCER, or equivalent) a strong plus Proven expertise in rigging practices: selecting/inspecting gear, load calculations, lift planning, safe offloading, precise placement/anchoring of heavy/sensitive equipment, and tool line preparations Ability to read and interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, rigging/lift plans, and construction documents; proficiency with Navisworks, Bluebeam, Excel, or similar tools preferred Strong job site safety knowledge, including rigging hazards, pre-task planning, and zero-incident mindset; commitment to evaluating risks and leading safe operations Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (English fluency required, written and verbal) for collaborating with management, vendors, trades, and crews at all levels Leadership experience supervising diverse crews, delegating tasks, resolving issues proactively, and performing/adapting beyond core rigging competencies while ensuring quality, precision, and schedule adherence 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