Vehicle Technician – Autonomous Vehicle Fleet

Skills

About the Role

You will support the maintenance, diagnostics and operational readiness of autonomous fleet vehicles in a hands-on, lab-based role. You will configure, inspect, repair and sign off vehicles, perform quality control checks and work directly with engineering teams to keep vehicles road-ready.

Requirements

• 2–4+ years as a Vehicle, Automotive or Engineering Technician
• Extensive knowledge of vehicle systems, diagnostics, tools and repair techniques
• Experience with preventative maintenance, inspections and repair coordination
• Ability to read technical documentation and service procedures
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Ability to pass background check, MVR and drug screening
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/sit for 8+ hour shifts
• Forklift and/or gantry operation experience
• Current Cal/OSHA-compliant forklift certification
• Strong communication, attention to detail and documentation

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled, preventative and corrective maintenance on autonomous fleet vehicles
• Configure, set up, maintain, diagnose and sign off vehicles for safe on-road operation
• Conduct advanced diagnostics, system checks and multi-point inspections
• Perform quality control inspections on completed work
• Diagnose issues, perform root cause analysis and escalate complex problems to engineering
• Execute vehicle reworks, repairs and component replacements
• Support vehicle readiness for testing, demonstrations and validation
• Create and execute diagnostic test plans
• Maintain service records, inspection reports and quality documentation
• Assist with tools, parts inventory and shop organization
• Maintain lab and shop facilities
• Operate shop equipment safely following OSHA, Cal/OSHA and hazardous waste regulations
• Travel locally and occasionally nationally

Hiring Process

Panel interview process