START Service Technician (Fall 2025)

What To Expect

The START program is a comprehensive 16-week EV service training initiative tailored for individuals with prior automotive experience. Throughout this intensive program, candidates will cultivate technical proficiency and acquire certifications, utilizing a well-rounded methodology that includes in-class theory, hands-on labs, and self-paced learning modules. Participants will enhance their soft skills through collaborative team-based repair exercises.

What You’Ll Do

• Dedicate a minimum of 40 hours per week to training, including active participation in service center shadowing for practical experience  
• Engage in instructor-led training to develop a comprehensive understanding of Tesla vehicles 
• Be a collaborative and engaged team member during both lab and lectures 
• Prioritize safety by adhering to established protocols at all times 
• Maintain organization by ensuring proper tooling management 
• Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet weekly curriculum objectives and deadlines 
• Cultivate and sustain a consistent and professional rapport with instructors 

What You’Ll Bring

• Successfully attend and pass each training session throughout the 16-week program with a minimum score of 80% 
• Must be capable of reporting to START training location or local Service Center as needed  
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds  
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail  
• Basic computer skills, including navigating web browsers and using standard applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)  
• Accept employment at a Tesla Service Center within 30 days of graduation from the program; must be willing to relocate  
• Valid driver's license required 

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