Autonomous Vehicle Technician/Mechanic

Amerit Fleet Solutions, one of the leading fleet maintenance companies in the U.S., is looking to hire a skilled Vehicle Service Technician to repair, maintain, and retrofit our fleet of Electric Autonomous Vehicles (EV/AV). You’ll be collaborating with a team of skilled EV/AV technicians to support the San Francisco area.  
 
The ideal candidate is an experienced and eager technician with a growth mindset, looking to propel their career in a dynamic and cutting-edge industry. Our internal and external partners will guide you through three months of hands-on training to learn the vehicles and understand the business of fleet utilization. If you’re interested in expanding your knowledge and experience in the Autonomous Vehicle Industry, this is the job for you!    
 
Compensation: Competitive hourly pay; paid weekly, every Friday! Tools and three months of training provided. 
 
 

The benefits of belonging – what’s in it for you? 

• Competitive hourly pay – paid weekly, every Friday
• Full benefits within 30 days
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, disability insurance
• 401(k) match program
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Commitment to your safety through boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
• Career and learning development with an extensive training program through our Amerit University
• Employee referral program, up to $1,000 bonus
• ASE certification program with fee reimbursement and bonus
• Employee recognition platform that includes opportunities to redeem points for merchandise
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 24/7 nurse triage line
• Employee discounts on cell phone service and entertainment tickets
• Employee resource groups (ERGs) that foster inclusion
• Wellness and fitness programs through our providers

Job Duties: What you’ll be doing 
Assisting technician team with service and repair of electrical, mechanical, and integration issues on autonomous vehicles and their equipment 
Performing software and firmware updates 
Following processes and documenting potential improvements and issues 
Collaborating with internal engineering and service teams to troubleshoot and diagnose issues  
Creating repair orders, documenting work performed stating the diagnosis, procedure performed, and parts required 
Creating issue tickets with engineering teams, following up with open issues to resolve  
Performing work with safety being top priority 
Participating in continuing education and training 
Assisting with fleet-wide hardware and software retrofits 
 

Qualifications: What you must have 
2 - 4 years of experience working on cars (brakes, advanced suspension, alignment, electrical repair and diagnosis, software/firmware updates, diagnose nuanced mechanical, electrical, and A/C systems. Complex HW retrofits and AV HW replacement, diagnostic on nuanced AV and EV systems) 
Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, automotive shop equipment (e.g., impact guns, air tools, automotive lifts, floor jacks, etc.)  
Hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering components and an understanding of how they interact 
Strong computer skills, and strong aptitude to pick up new technology.  
Impeccable communication skills  
A learning mindset including an open mind to constructive feedback 
A proven track record of emphasizing safety and quality of work 
Ability to give and receive clear and concise verbal and written directives  
Ability to perform regular physical work including, but not limited to, stooping, lifting, and moving up to 50 pounds 
Ability to anticipate future setbacks to mitigate operational progress and growth 
Able to juggle numerous projects simultaneously with ease 
Comfort in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment 
High attention to detail  
 

A plus if you have:  
Experience with sensors, calibration, and/or the autonomous automotive field 
Dealership training and automotive experience 
Experience with Linux, Java, Python, C++, Jira, Confluence, G-Suite, and Slack is a plus 
Previous experience diagnosing and performing repairs on electric and/or hybrid vehicles 
ASE certifications 

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job.
• Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noise.
• Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases or other irritants
• Access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance
• Ability to move and position heavy objects
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel and crawl to repair vehicles
• Ability to work outside in various weather conditions.

 
Are you ready to advance your career as an Autonomous Vehicle Technician with Amerit Fleet Solutions? Apply today! 

https://www.ameritfleetsolutions.com/careers/easy-apply