Fleet Operations Technician

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly. The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone. At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge.

About the role

This role will be focused on maintaining our fleet vehicles, performing routine maintenance, complex repair, and collaborating with our hardware team to upgrade components. This position requires great attention to detail, excellent cross-team communication, documentation, and solid diagnostic chops. Must be comfortable solving difficult challenges, ready to roll up the sleeves to expedite repair, and maintain a constant eye for quality.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Vehicle Operations, Software, and Hardware to perform diagnostics, test plans, and vehicle upgrades.
• Document and communicate findings through process and systems.
• Take ownership and escalate data or findings when appropriate.
• Perform quality service and repair, working cross-functionally, and bringing a can-do team spirit.
• Maintain a clean and professional workspace.
• Balance and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Provide feedback, create, and implement processes and suggestions to improve workshop standards, protocols, and processes.

Requirements

• At least 3-6 years OEM Technician Experience
• At least 2-4 years Diesel Technician / Diesel Mechanic Experience
• Solid diagnostics chops
• Valid US driver’s license
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic workshop etiquette, provide verbal and written communication across all teams
• Safety conscious and knowledgeable of general shop safety
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb, and/or sit frequently throughout the duration of the day
• Attention to detail and highly organized
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks
• Mechanical aptitude: Assemble or build parts or jigs for prototypes, proficiency with mechanical fabrication (drill press, saws, hand tools, etc.)
• Testing procedures: Build and setup test rigs for mechanical and/or electrical tests across multiple teams (Hardware, Systems, Devs…etc.)
• Provides feedback, creates and implements processes and suggestions to new and/or improved workshop standards, protocols, and processes

Qualifications

• Direct manufacturing and prototyping experience a bonus
• Prior experience working with autonomous vehicles
• Advanced CAN bus diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Vehicle network communication diagnostics (CAN, J1939)

Benefits

The base hourly wage range for this position is $35.50-$42.50 per hour. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Pay

The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

Schedule

Working at Aurora involves a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in the office at least 3 days per week. Our Careers page provides insight into what it is like to work at Aurora, and you can find all the latest updates in our Newsroom.

Our commitment to safety

At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization’s long-term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.

Inclusion

Aurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.