Automotive Technician - Vehicle Installation

Continuum Resource Network•San Francisco, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for Automotive Technicians - Vehicle Installation to play a critical role in preparing vehicles for deployment by executing standardized installation procedures for advanced technology systems. In this role, you’ll be responsible for installing, mounting, and validating hardware components on vehicles while ensuring all work is completed safely, accurately, and according to established processes. We’re specifically looking for candidates with an automotive technician background and experience or a strong interest in retrofitting vehicles with advanced technology systems. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, enjoys hands-on work, and takes pride in producing high-quality results. Successful candidates often come from independent automotive repair facilities, automotive trade programs, automotive electronics installation, aerospace or aviation assembly environments, or other hands-on technical roles involving mechanical and electrical systems. Candidates with autonomous vehicle operations or software testing experience are also encouraged to apply if they have previous technician experience or significant hands-on mechanical experience outside of work, such as building project cars or assembling custom computers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience with hardware assembly, installation, or mechanical work.
Comfortable using hand tools and basic power tools.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow technical instructions.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to read and interpret work instructions, diagrams, and assembly documentation.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to stand, bend, reach, and work around vehicles throughout the workday.

Nice To Haves

Automotive technician background
Experience or a strong interest in retrofitting vehicles with advanced technology systems
Independent automotive repair facilities background
Automotive trade programs background
Automotive electronics installation background
Aerospace or aviation assembly environments background
Other hands-on technical roles involving mechanical and electrical systems background
Autonomous vehicle operations experience
Software testing experience
Previous technician experience
Significant hands-on mechanical experience outside of work (e.g., building project cars, assembling custom computers)

Responsibilities

Execute documented installation procedures and work instructions on assigned vehicles.
Mount, align, and secure component groups according to engineering specifications.
Route wiring harnesses, connect electrical components, and ensure proper cable management.
Perform system power-up procedures and validate hardware functionality.
Conduct inspections and quality checks throughout the installation process.
Accurately document completed work and communicate any issues to supervisors or engineering teams.
Follow standard operating procedures and established workflows without deviation.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying process inefficiencies and reporting concerns.