Tesla Summer Internship – Tech Trainee (Automotive Service Internship) In Portland

Job Description:

 As a Tech Trainee you are working on one of the most progressive vehicles in the world. This position is customer facing, so solid customer service skills combined with exceptional “hands on” technical ability go hand in hand. This position is located at the service center. Communication is highly important. Excellent Oral and Written communication required. If you are able to deliver strong customer satisfaction consistently, are motivated and a team player, we are interested in speaking with you. Relevant military service may be substituted for industry experience, and military veterans are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain records of time and materials.
• Perform Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) of new cars.
•  Support Parts & Front of House operations as needed or on a rotational basis
• Operate a variety of hand, power, and shop tools.
• Performs entry-level work in the inspection, repair, and service of Tesla electric vehicles.
• Efficient skills in basic automotive techniques related to repair and servicing of automobiles.
  Support lead technicians as needed.
• Maintain inventory of shop supplies and parts.
  Help maintain vehicle cleanliness of customer cars.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Perform equipment inspections, adjustments and certifications.
• Knowledge of: Methods, techniques, parts, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of vehicles.
• Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand power tools, shop tools, and automotive and electrical test equipment.

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Familiar understanding of the English language.
• Be able to work in a team-based environment and achieve set goals.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Must be capable of reporting to training location or local service center as needed.
• Basic computer skills, including navigating web browsers and using standard applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook).
• Must follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail.
• Must have a “safety first” attitude.
• Post-secondary automotive education (or equivalent military service experience) preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and insurable.
• High School Diploma or GED.