EV Technician/Autonomous Vehicle Mechanic
Amerit Fleet Solutions, a leader in fleet maintenance across the U.S., is hiring a skilled EV Technician/Automotive Mechanic to join our team in Charlotte, NC. If you’re an experienced technician with a growth mindset and a passion for cutting-edge technology, this is your opportunity to build a career in the exciting and rapidly evolving world of Electric Autonomous Vehicles (EV/AV). Join a forward-thinking team and help maintain and retrofit the next generation of fleet vehicles.
Pay & Schedule
$33.00 - $40.00/hour (based on experience), paid weekly every Friday.
- Tuesday - Saturday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday - Thursday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits within 30 days
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and sick time)
- Boot allowance & safety gear reimbursement
- Training through Amerit University
- ASE certification reimbursement & bonuses
- Employee referral bonuses (up to $500)
- Career advancement opportunities nationwide
Responsibilities
- Perform service, repair, and maintenance on electrical, mechanical, and integrated systems of electric autonomous vehicles
- Diagnose nuanced mechanical, electrical, A/C, and autonomous vehicle systems
- Conduct complex hardware (HW) retrofits and AV hardware replacements
- Perform software and firmware updates
- Collaborate with engineering and service teams to troubleshoot and diagnose complex issues
- Create repair orders and accurately document work performed, including diagnosis, procedures, and parts used
- Participate in fleet-wide hardware and software retrofits
- Follow safety protocols and maintain a strong focus on quality and precision
- Participate in continuing education and training to stay current with autonomous vehicle technology
Requirements
- 4-8 years of hands-on experience performing automotive vehicle maintenance and repairs
- Strong ability to diagnose nuanced mechanical, electrical, A/C, and AV/EV systems
- Experience with complex hardware retrofits and AV hardware replacement
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and automotive shop equipment (impact guns, lifts, jacks, etc.)
- Solid computer skills with a strong aptitude for learning new technology and software
- Excellent communication skills and ability to give/receive clear feedback
- A learning mindset and comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Proven commitment to safety and high-quality work
- Ability to perform physical work (detailed below)
- Ability to successfully pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen
Working Conditions
This role involves working in a mobile, outside and/or shop environment with exposure to dust, diesel fumes, noise, and mechanical materials such as oils and greases. Technicians must be able to perform essential job functions that include:
- Frequent movement such as standing, walking, climbing, bending, and sitting for extended periods
- Lifting heavy objects and accessing tight or confined spaces
- Regular use of hands to grasp, reach, handle, and operate tools and equipment
- Working at heights using ladders or elevated platforms
- Safely performing duties in various weather conditions
- Ability to see and hear sufficiently to safely navigate the workspace
Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities in performing essential job functions.