Vehicle Technician - Autonomous Vehicles

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Las Vegas, NV
Pay: $43.00–$46.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
Work Location: In-person

About the Opportunity

Royalty Staffing is partnering with a leading company in the autonomous vehicle industry to hire an experienced Vehicle Technician to support the maintenance, repair, diagnostics, and operational readiness of its fleet vehicles.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and testing of autonomous vehicle technology as the company works toward commercial service expansion.

The ideal candidate has hands-on automotive technician experience, strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining vehicle safety, reliability, and performance.

Available Shifts

Choose from the following shift options:

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
• Swing Shift: 3:00 PM–11:30 PM
• Night Shift: 11:00 PM–7:30 AM

Each shift is available on either of these schedules:

• Sunday–Thursday
• Tuesday–Saturday

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, prepare, maintain, diagnose, and approve vehicles for safe on-road operation.
• Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance, repairs, and fleet rework.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and vehicle system issues and escalate complex problems to the appropriate engineering teams.
• Coordinate repairs from initial diagnosis through completion and validation.
• Develop and execute diagnostic test plans to support troubleshooting and vehicle testing.
• Work closely with the Shop Foreman to ensure vehicles are ready for demonstrations, testing, and operational requirements.
• Travel locally as needed to support vehicle setup, maintenance, and diagnostics.
• Maintain accurate service records and prepare detailed field reports.
• Keep shop facilities, tools, and workspaces clean, organized, and operational.
• Assist with parts inventory, tracking, storage, and organization.
• Provide responsive, professional service to internal teams and business partners.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures and company policies.

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Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 2–4 years of hands-on vehicle technician experience.
• Extensive knowledge of automotive maintenance and repair methods, tools, parts, equipment, and materials.
• Valid driver's license with an excellent driving record.
• Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable taking a hands-on approach to work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technicians, engineers, and other cross-functional teams.
• Honest, responsible, and detail-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and sit or stand for extended periods, including shifts of 8 hours or more, depending on equipment and task requirements.
• Ability to operate a forklift and/or gantry, with current and valid forklift operator certification compliant with applicable Cal/OSHA standards.
• Ability to successfully complete required background checks, motor vehicle record checks, and drug screening, and comply with the applicable Substance Abuse Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an automotive engineering, research, or testing laboratory, such as a dynamometer (dyno) or battery lab.
• Familiarity with Controller Area Network (CAN) systems and automotive wiring diagrams.
• Experience with automotive electrical systems and soldering.
• Experience towing car haulers or other large trailers to transport fleet vehicles.
• Technical trade school certification or an associate degree in automotive repair or a related field.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and nationally on occasion.

Work Requirements

This is an in-person, full-time contract position based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the role, work their assigned shift, and satisfy all required screening and safety requirements.

Pay Rate: $43.00–$46.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

If you have a strong automotive repair background and are excited to work at the intersection of vehicle maintenance and emerging technology, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Work hands-on with innovative autonomous vehicle technology.
• Support vehicle development, testing, and fleet readiness in an engineering-focused environment.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineering teams on real-world vehicle challenges.
• Help support a growing industry as autonomous vehicles move closer to broader commercial deployment.