Sr. Construction Safety Specialist, Terafab
teslaAustin, TX
Sr. Construction Safety Specialist, Terafab
Occupations
Occupational Health and Safety TechniciansOccupational Health and Safety SpecialistsHealth and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and InspectorsIndustries
Other Heavy and Civil Engineering ConstructionCommercial and Institutional Building ConstructionSemiconductor and Related Device ManufacturingAbout the role
Terafab Construction Safety Specialist We are building Terafab, a vertically integrated semiconductor factory at an unprecedented scale. The facility houses logic, memory, packaging, test, and lithography mask production under one roof, optimized for rapid iteration and maximum compute density per square foot. Working directly on-site, you'll provide hands-on support to Tesla's construction teams and onboarded contractors, ensuring Tesla's rigorous EHS standards are not just met, but consistently exceeded. Reporting to the Construction Safety Manager, you'll be instrumental in setting clear safety expectations and fostering a robust safety culture across all contractor partnerships.
Responsibilities:
Provide field safety oversight of construction work activities for major infrastructure projects. Conduct project walks focused on safe work practices and conduct coaching conversations with workers when corrections are required Be a visible model in the field, teach, train and coach business teams and support staff on fundamental EHS&S concepts and principles to reduce risk, and influence, inspire, and empower business teams and staff to reduce risk per our Tesla EHS&S vision, values and principles Participate in reviews for high hazard work prior to execution to include critical lifts, confined space entries, high voltage work, pressure testing, fall protection plans, etc. Review Pre-Work Risk Assessments and Pre-Task Plans to ensure tasks, hazards and mitigations are in alignment with the work being performed in the field Conduct proactive field activities and facility processes inspections to verify work in progress meets EHS&S goals, and document findings using internal and external software tools and applications; review improvement opportunities with EHS&S management, supervisors, operations managers, and stakeholders Present material and information to the Tesla construction management team and contractors during safety meetings. Be a resource to the construction project management team and provide guidance, assistance and direction regarding EHS requirements Perform frequent combined safety and environmental inspections and procedural audits in the field and have the skills, knowledge and ability to take immediate corrective action if required. Present findings and relevant information to the Tesla construction management team and contractors when needed Ensure compliance with Local, State and Federal health and safety regulations
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety/related field or 5-7 years of hands-on experience building high-tech infrastructure and operational facilities (Automotive, tool/equipment installation, semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.)GSP, ASP, CSP, or CHST preferred
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced and changing environment
- Background in electrical, mechanical and process plumbing systems, or heavy civil preferred
- Working knowledge of OSHA, ISO, ANSI, NFPA and ASTM standards
- Ability to communicate clearly and interface across multiple departments
- Have previous experience building, working in; semiconductor facilities, cleanroom environments; fabrication plants or Research & development labs
Compensation & 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 HSAHealthcare 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&DShort-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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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Senior
Location
Austin, TX
Occupation
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians
Industry
Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Posted
2 days ago
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