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 (Electric/Autonomous Vehicle) to join our team in San Francisco, CA. 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

• Pay: $34.00 - $45.00/hour (based on experience)
• Pay Frequency: Weekly pay - every Friday
• Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 2pm-10:30pm

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

• 5+ years of hands-on automotive and electric vehicle experience, including brakes, advanced suspension, alignment, electrical repair, and diagnosis
• 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)
• Must be eligible to pass standard pre-employment screenings, including drug screen and DOT physical (if required)

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.