Body Shop Service Technician

Avride Body Shop Service Technician

Avride is a U.S.-based autonomous vehicle startup headquartered in Austin, TX, with additional R&D hubs around the world. Our company develops and operates both autonomous cars and delivery robots that share technologies and mutually benefit from each other's advancements—a unique approach in the industry. Since 2017, Avride has been building expertise in autonomous technologies to create solutions that address current needs and anticipate future demands.

About the Role

We are looking for a Body Shop Service Technician to support and maintain its cutting-edge fleet of autonomous electric vehicles. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, fast-paced team that values precision, accountability, and proactive care. In this role, you'll apply your automotive skills in a fast-growing industry at the forefront of mobility technology. From routine services to emergency response, your work will directly impact the safety and performance of the company's fleet operations. You'll ensure vehicles are road-ready through routine maintenance, light repairs, and field support.

Available Shifts:

Monday - Friday, 9AM - 5PM

What You'll Do

• Assess and document vehicle damage after road incidents.
• Perform minor on-site repairs and coordinate major repairs with partner service centers.
• Conduct regular scheduled maintenance and inspections (e.g., brakes, fluids, AC, tires, etc.).
• Monitor vehicle condition and report potential issues before they become problems.
• Support field operations by overseeing car evacuations and towing after incidents.
• Keep the fleet operational and road-ready by transporting vehicles for service appointments, repairs, and car washes.
• Maintain fleet and shop cleanliness, readiness, and compliance with safety standards.
• Perform light-to-moderate automotive body work, including panel alignment, trim/bumper repair or replacement, exterior component installation, cosmetic repairs, and documenting body-related damage, to support vehicle safety, appearance, and readiness.

What You'll Need

• 5+ years of experience as an automotive technician or a similar mechanical role
• Strong understanding of vehicle systems, diagnostics, and EV fundamentals
• Experience with automotive body repair, panel fitting, or exterior component installation
• Clean driving record and valid Texas driver's license
• Ability to work independently and handle fast-changing priorities
• Detail-oriented and committed to safety and quality
• Comfortable working around advanced autonomous vehicle technology
• Prior experience as an EV technician is highly preferred
• Experience with ADAS vehicles preferred

Benefits:

• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employer Subsidized Healthcare Benefits thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
• 401k package

This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed through our trusted Employer of Record partner, who manages payroll, benefits, and local compliance on our behalf. You will work day-to-day with the Avride team and be fully integrated into our culture and operations. This job is onsite and available to local candidates.

Candidates are required to be authorized to work in the U.S. The employer is not offering relocation, sponsorship, and remote work options are not available.

Avride is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to ensure they have equal access to employment opportunities. Avride complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with the application or hiring process, or to perform the essential functions of a job, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.