Vehicle Technician (BaseOps)

Job description

Client is 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)