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Sr. Operations Manager, Commercial Service Subcontracting

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Nevada, Henderson
Feb 03, 2026
What to Expect
The Commercial Service Subcontracting Senior Operations Manager plays a critical role in supportingthe growth ofTesla's Energy Service Program, overseeingoperations programs forsubcontracted field service activities across utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Balance of Plant (BoP) infrastructure. This position willmanage subcontractedCorrective Maintenance (CM)andPreventative Maintenance (PM)BoPprogramfor Utility and C&I energy sitesin North America and Latin America. The Sr. Operations Manager will collaborate closely with subcontractors, Field Service, Engineering, and Asset Management teams to ensure allsubcontracted scopes areexecuted safelyandefficiently.The ideal candidate combines hands-on electricalexpertisewith operational leadershipskills.

What You'll Do
  • Oversee subcontracted medium-voltage corrective maintenance (CM) activities, ensuring safe, compliant,cost efficient, and timelyresponse acrossallCommercial and Industrial(C&I)and Utility sitesin North America and Latin America

  • Manage the Preventative Maintenance (PM)BoPprogram, including transformer inspections, oil testing, switchgear service, and relatedgrid tiedequipment maintenance

  • Develop and enforce technical standards and work procedures for subcontractors performing MV electrical and transformer maintenance, ensuring adherence to Tesla and utility requirements

  • Collaborate with internal engineering, fieldservice,training,and asset management teams to prioritize maintenance activitiesand align solutions

  • Lead root cause analysis (RCA) andscope of work developmentwith Electrical Engineering

  • Monitor subcontractor performance and safety metrics, providing feedback and coaching tomaintainaccountability, quality, and compliancewith Tesla standards

  • Serve as a technical advisor and escalation point for field teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders regarding MV systems,BoPequipment, and corrective maintenance best practices


What You'll Bring
  • Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master required; MV qualification strongly preferred) or Degree in Electrical Engineering with relatable background, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience working in electrical operations, maintenance, or field engineering, with a focus ongridtied systems
  • Proven experience managing medium-voltage electrical systems (1kV+) and transformer or switchgear maintenance
  • Strong understanding of BESS, PV, and substation electrical systems, including one-lines, relays, andswitchingprotocols
  • Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors or field teams performing complex electrical work under utility safety and compliance standards
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, work management systems (Salesforce, ServiceNow, or equivalent), and technical documentation tools needed for communicated to other internal departments; Field Service, Engineering, and Asset Management
  • Highly motivated and proactive, capable of working independently and driving operational excellence

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
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