Exterior Gardener & Groundskeeper

What to Expect
Tesla is pioneering sustainable energy solutions through electric vehicles and advanced manufacturing. Our expansive campuses require meticulous outdoor care to ensure safety, beauty, and environmental harmony. Join us in a role that combines creative gardening with practical groundskeeping to support our mission of a sustainable future.
What You’ll Do

• Perform comprehensive gardening and grounds maintenance duties, including planting, pruning, weeding, lawn care, shrub/tree/flower bed management, with strong emphasis on native, drought-resistant species to support biodiversity and water conservation
• Conduct regular debris and litter cleanup across buildings, parking areas, walkways, and site perimeters using tools such as blowers, rakes, and collection equipment
• Maintain grounds appearance and health through mowing, edging, mulching, and application of eco-friendly treatments for soil vitality, pest management, and erosion control
• Safely operate and maintain low-emission equipment including electric mowers, trimmers, pressure washers, utility vehicles, and small trailers, in alignment with Tesla’s clean energy and sustainability priorities
• Proactively identify and address safety hazards (spills, blockages, overgrowth) while performing seasonal tasks such as snow/ice removal, storm cleanup, and other emergency response activities
• Collaborate with facilities, engineering, and site teams to coordinate grounds work with EV charging infrastructure, solar arrays, and green initiatives (e.g., composting programs, pollinator gardens)
• Ensure full compliance with environmental regulations, waste disposal protocols, and safety standards; document completed work, report issues, and recommend improvements to enhance campus aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability

What You’ll Bring

• Certifications in horticulture, landscaping, or grounds management (e.g., from the National Association of Landscape Professionals) highly desirable
• Minimum 2 years of combined hands-on experience in gardening, landscaping, debris removal, or facilities maintenance, ideally in a corporate or industrial environment
• Physically capable of demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions, including lifting up to 50 lbs., prolonged standing, and repetitive tasks
• Valid driver's license required; preferred experience towing small trailers and operating light trucks, utility vehicles, or similar equipment for material and debris transport
• Strong knowledge of sustainable landscaping practices, including organic pest management, water-efficient techniques, recycling, and eco-friendly maintenance methods
• Excellent problem-solving skills, keen attention to detail, ability to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced setting, plus familiarity with OSHA safety standards and alignment with Tesla’s innovative, sustainability-focused culture
• Full-time availability with flexibility for weekends, early mornings, on-call duties during peak seasons or weather events; proficiency with electric/battery-powered tools preferred, along with basic understanding of irrigation systems, waste sorting, landscape design tools, or enthusiasm for integrating smart technology (e.g., soil sensors, automated systems)