Automotive Technician - Diagnostics & Fleet Repair

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

We’re hiring an Automotive Technician (Diagnostics & Fleet Repair) to support the readiness of autonomous vehicle fleets in San Francisco. This is a hands-on, engineering-focused technician role where you will perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs to ensure vehicles are safe, road-ready, and prepared for testing and demonstration.

This role is best suited for experienced automotive technicians with recent hands-on diagnostic and repair experience, strong electrical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work through complex vehicle problems from symptom to resolution . Candidates whose experience is primarily oil changes, tires, basic preventative maintenance, or routine service are unlikely to be a strong match.

What You’ll Do

• Perform diagnostics, maintenance, repairs, and fleet rework across autonomous fleet vehicles.
• Configure, set up, and sign off on vehicles for safe on-road operation.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical vehicle issues using structured diagnostic methods.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and technical documentation to isolate faults.
• Coordinate repairs from initial diagnosis through resolution.
• Develop diagnostic test plans to support troubleshooting and validation.
• Escalate complex issues to engineering teams with clear documentation of testing and findings.
• Maintain accurate service records and quality field reports.
• Partner closely with shop leadership to ensure vehicles are ready for testing and demonstrations.
• Support shop operations, including tools, workspace organization, and parts inventory.
• Travel locally as needed to support fleet operations.

Required Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of recent, hands-on professional automotive technician experience.
• Strong automotive diagnostic and repair experience beyond routine maintenance and basic service.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting mechanical and automotive electrical systems.
• Experience using diagnostic tools and structured troubleshooting methods.
• Ability to identify and isolate root causes of vehicle problems.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean/excellent driving record.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple repair priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to pass a background check, MVR check, and drug screen.
• Current valid forklift operator certification compliant with Cal/OSHA standards, or willingness to obtain one.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CAN or CAN bus systems.
• Experience reading automotive wiring diagrams or electrical schematics.
• Experience using multimeters or related electrical diagnostic equipment.
• Experience in an automotive testing, validation, prototype, R&D, EV, or autonomous vehicle environment.
• Experience working in automotive labs, including dyno, battery, or testing environments.
• Soldering experience.
• Technical trade school certificate or Associate Degree in automotive repair.
• Experience towing car haulers or large trailers used to transport vehicles.

Additional Requirements

• Forklift certification required OR ability to obtain quickly
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and safety awareness
• Ability to manage multiple repair priorities in a fast-paced environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $46–$50 per hour
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), commuter benefits, FSA, and more