Vehicle Technician

Autonomous ride-hailing company wants to 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.

We're looking for candidates that possess extensive knowledge of fleet maintenance and experience in conducting high-quality repairs, supported by a minimum of 5 years of technician 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.

Ideal candidate profile

• Diagnostic troubleshooting experience with OEM systems:
• High-level experience working with HV systems and hybrid drivetrains, CAN/LIN, HVAC, cooling, chassis, and suspension.
• Ability to operate comfortably within and troubleshoot Linux based systems.
• Diagnostic experience with embedded modules, self-driving systems and sensor stacks
• Knowledgeable regarding optimization of fleet maintenance and OEM maintenance items.
• Technical trade school certificate or Associate Degree in automotive repair ASE certification and/or manufacturer certification.
• Ability to travel locally and nationally (on occasion)

Daily tasks

• Performing all repairs according to work instructions and documenting results.
• Conducting multi-point inspections and system checks, making appropriate recommendations to ensure the safety and reliability of fleet vehicles.
• Performing high-quality repairs and inspections efficiently and accurately.
• Document requested repairs and findings in a specialized service platform.
• Inspecting and testing all work performed as a Quality Control (QC) measure as soon as jobs are completed.
• Build an excellent service experience for internal teams and business partners
• Maintaining an inventory of Technician’s tools Assist with parts inventory, location, and organization
• Operating all equipment in the Service Center in a safe and productive manner, following Safety Standards for the use of personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection) while working on the production floor.
• Understanding and following federal, state, and local regulations that affect Service Center operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA guidelines, etc.
• Configure, set up, maintain, diagnose, and sign off on vehicles for safe on-road usage.
• May need to travel locally to perform this work from time to time

Required skills

• Extensive knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of vehicles
• Minimum of 5+ years of technician experience
• Clean/excellent driving record Reliable, self-starter, roll-up-the-sleeves work ethos
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and deliverables
• Team player
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Must be honest, responsible, and an outstanding communicator