Autonomous Vehicle Technician

The Autonomous Vehicle Technician maintains and repairs electric autonomous vehicles, ensuring safety and reliability. Key tasks include diagnosing issues, performing inspections, documenting repairs, and collaborating with teammates. The role requires automotive experience, with electric vehicle knowledge preferred, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

At Auto Nation, we want our employees to feel happy, healthy, and valued as they work to provide a top-notch experience for our customers. We offer our full-time Associates great, competitive benefits such as:

Higher income potential

Full benefits package including Paid Time Off & 401K w/ Company match Longevity bonuses

Generous employee referral bonus program for Technicians (employee scan earn up to $3000 per Tech referral!)Employee discount on vehicle purchases, parts, & service

Advancement opportunities

And so much more!

Hourly Pay Range is $33.00 to $60.00 based on skills, experience and certifications.

The Autonomous Vehicle Technician diagnoses and performs maintenance and repairs on vehicles operated by the Autonomous Vehicle Driver. This specialist will have a unique opportunity to provide high quality service on autonomous vehicles, while working with teammates in a positive atmosphere and growth environment.

Responsibilities:

Performing maintenance, diagnosis, and required repairs on electric vehicles.

Inspecting and performing initial vehicle set up for autonomous fleet operation and testing.

Collaborating with and working alongside Auto Nation and our Autonomous Vehicle partner associates, and partnering with teammates to improve processes and expedite workflow.

Document requested repairs and findings in a specialized service platform.

Performing high quality repairs and inspections efficiently and accurately.

Conducting multi-point inspections and system checks, making appropriate recommendations to ensure the safety and reliability of fleet vehicles.

Provide guidance to technician team, and effectively communicate with Associates regarding required service and parts needs.

Performing all repairs according to work instructions and documenting results.

Operating all equipment in the Service Center in a safe and productive manner, following Auto Nation’s Safety Standards for the use of personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection) while working on the production floor.

Inspecting and testing all work performed as a Quality Control (QC) measure as soon as jobs are completed.

Maintaining an inventory of Technician’s tools not normally inventoried by the Service Department.

Keeping abreast of technical information and participating in offered training classes as appropriate.

Understanding and following federal, state, and local regulations that affect Service Center operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA guidelines, etc.

Gaining superior product knowledge to provide high quality repairs.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Two + years’ automotive experience

Electric Vehicle experience, a plus Hybrid or EV training and experience a plus Automotive technical training

Have tools

Must have a valid, in-state driver’s license with an acceptable, safe driving record.

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