Vehicle Technician

About the role

HireArt is assisting an autonomous ride-hailing company in hiring an engineering-focused Vehicle Technician to support the readiness of their fleet vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and fleet reworks
• Contribute towards the operations of the workshop
• Scheduled/preventative maintenance and services
• Diagnostics
• Repair coordination
• General upkeep of vehicles
• Configure, set up, maintain, diagnose, and sign off on vehicles for safe on-road usage
• Sync with the shop foreman to ensure all vehicles are in a “ready” state for demonstrations and testing
• Perform diagnostics and escalate issues to the appropriate engineering team when required
• Cook up and drive the repair process from start to finish
• Create diagnostic test plans as needed to support troubleshooting and validation
• Maintain service records and produce quality field reports
• Maintain shop facilities, ensuring tools are organized and the workspace is in excellent working condition
• Aid with parts inventory, tracking, and organization
• Deliver an excellent service experience for internal teams and business partners

Requirements

• 2-4 years of technician experience
• Extensive knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of vehicles
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to pass a background check, MVR check, and drug screen in accordance with the company’s 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
• Honest, responsible, and a strong team player
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and sit/stand for extended periods (8+ hours) depending on the equipment type
• To obtain and successfully pass company-provided forklift and/or gantry operator certification after hire, in compliance with Cal/OSHA standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical trade school certificate or associate degree in automotive repair
• Experience in an automotive-focused engineering or research lab (i.e., Dyno, Battery, etc.)
• Knowledge of CAN, wiring diagrams, and soldering
• Experience and ability to tow a car hauler and other large trailers to transport fleet vehicles
• Ability to travel locally and nationally (on occasion)

Benefits

• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employer (HireArt) subsidized healthcare benefits (Eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• HireArt covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401k package

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

3rd Shift: Tue-Sat or Sun-Thur, 11:00 PM-8:00 AM