We are helping an on-demand, autonomous ride-hailing company hire an engineering-focused Vehicle Technician to support the readiness of its fleet vehicles.
In this role, you will collaborate with internal teams, contribute to the optimization of fleet maintenance processes, and deliver a world-class service experience.
As a Vehicle Technician, you'll:
- Perform high-quality repairs and inspections efficiently and accurately according to work instructions and document findings/results in a specialized service platform.
- Conduct multi-point inspections and system checks, making appropriate recommendations to ensure the safety and reliability of fleet vehicles.
- Inspect and test all work performed as a Quality Control (QC) measure to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Be willing/able to travel locally from time to time to configure, set up, maintain, diagnose, and sign off on vehicles for safe on-road usage.
- Assist with parts/tools inventory, location, and organization, ensuring that technician tools and shop facilities are in excellent working condition.
- Perform diagnostics and escalate to the appropriate engineering team, if required.
- Assist with paperwork and documentation by maintaining service records and documenting quality field reports.
Requirements
- 2+ years of technician experience
- Extensive knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of vehicles/automotive systems
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Must pass a background check, MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check, and drug screen
- Must comply with the Substance Abuse policy
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects and deliverables
- Reliable self-starter with a "roll up the sleeves" work ethic
- An outstanding communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
- Must be honest and responsible with a team player spirit
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items around
- Ability to go up and down stairs, as well as stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, kneel, and reach during shifts
Preferred Qualifications:
- Technical trade school certificate or Associate Degree in automotive repair
- ASE certification and/or manufacturer certification
- Experience troubleshooting Linux-based systems and embedded modules, including self-driving systems and sensor stacks
- Diagnostic troubleshooting experience with OEM systems, including high-level experience working with:
- HV systems and hybrid drivetrains
- CAN/LIN
- HVAC, cooling, chassis, and suspension
- Knowledgeable regarding optimization of fleet maintenance and OEM maintenance items
- Ability to travel locally and nationally (on occasion)