Vehicle Technician

Our client, V Manufacturing company, is looking for a Vehicle Technician for their Los Angeles, CA location.


Responsibilities:

• We are looking for an engineering-focused Vehicle Technician to support the readiness of our fleet vehicles.
• The Vehicle Technician will perform maintenance, repairs, and contribute towards the operations of our lab. This includes scheduled service, diagnostics, repair coordination, lab space fit/function, and general upkeep.
• Configure, set up, maintain, diagnose, and sign off on vehicles for safe on-road
• May need to travel locally to perform this work from time to time
• Sync with Shop Foreman to ensure all vehicles are in a state for demonstration and testing requirements
• Perform diagnostics and escalate to the appropriate engineering team if required
• Coordinate and drive the repair process
• Create diagnostic test plans as the team sees fit
• Maintain service records and document quality field reports
• Maintain shop facilities, ensure tools are in order, and workspace is in excellent working condition
• Assist with parts inventory, location, and organization
• Build an excellent service experience for internal teams and business partners

• Extensive knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of vehicles
• Minimum of 2 - 4 years of technician experience
• High School/GED is required
• Reliable, self-starter, roll-up-the-sleeves work ethos
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and deliverables
• Team player
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Must be honest, responsible and an outstanding communicator
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and sit/stand for extended periods (8+ hours) depending on the equipment type.
• Forklift and/or gantry operation is required: Current and valid forklift operator certification compliant with Cal/OSHA standards
• Experience in an automotive-focused engineering or research lab (i.e. Dyno, Battery, etc.)
• Knowledge of CAN, wiring diagrams and soldering preferred
• Experience and ability to tow a car hauler and other large trailers to transport fleet vehicles
• Technical trade school certificate or Associate Degree in automotive repair
• Ability to travel locally and nationally (on occasion)
• This role will require safety boots that conform to ASTM F2412 / F2413 requirements.
• Department: Fleet Operations

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities