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Vehicle Technician

$46 - $50 per hour

Trucking People

Vehicle Technician (Engineering-Focused Fleet Operations)

Location: San Francisco, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay Rate: $46.00$50.00/hour

Work Environment: In-Person

About the Role

We are looking to hire an experienced Vehicle Technician to support fleet readiness, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair operations. This role is ideal for an engineering-focused automotive technician with strong mechanical and diagnostic experience who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented workshop environment. You will help ensure fleet vehicles are safe, operational, and ready for on-road testing and demonstrations.

Available Shifts

First Shift: SundayThursday | 8:00 AM4:30 PM

TuesdaySaturday | 8:00 AM4:30 PM

ThursdayMonday | 8:00 AM4:30 PM

Second Shift: TuesdaySaturday | 2:00 PM10:30 PM

ThursdayMonday | 2:00 PM10:30 PM

SaturdayWednesday | 2:00 PM10:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

- Perform vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and fleet reworks

- Configure, test, and sign off vehicles for safe on-road operation

- Conduct preventative maintenance and scheduled service inspections

- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and vehicle system issues

- Escalate complex technical issues to engineering teams when needed

- Coordinate repairs from diagnosis through resolution

- Develop and execute diagnostic test plans

- Maintain detailed service documentation and quality reports

- Support fleet readiness for testing and demonstrations

- Organize shop tools, equipment, and workspaces

- Assist with inventory management, parts organization, and logistics

- Travel locally as needed to support fleet operations

Required Qualifications

- 24+ years of automotive technician or fleet maintenance experience

- Strong knowledge of automotive repair methods, tools, diagnostics, and vehicle systems

- Experience performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting

- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

- Ability to pass background check, MVR check, and drug screening

- Forklift and/or gantry operation experience required

- Current forklift certification compliant with Cal/OSHA standards

- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

- Reliable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated team player

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in automotive engineering labs, research environments, Dyno labs, or battery testing facilities

- Knowledge of CAN bus systems, wiring diagrams, and soldering

- Experience towing trailers or transporting fleet vehicles

- Technical trade school certification or Associate Degree in Automotive Technology

- Ability to travel locally and occasionally nationally

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on automotive professional with experience in fleet maintenance, diagnostics, vehicle repair, and workshop operations. Successful candidates are adaptable, safety-focused, highly organized, and comfortable working in a rapidly evolving autonomous vehicle environment.

Trucking People
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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