Autonomous Vehicle Technician 1 - (3 Openings)

Moove•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Autonomous Vehicle Technician 1 is an entry-level technical role that supports day-to-day fleet readiness through vehicle inspection, maintenance, documentation, and safe operation of autonomous vehicle systems. The technician performs standardized repairs and initial diagnostics, following Moove’s safety, quality, and documentation standards. The role includes multi-point safety and cosmetic inspections, light collision repairs and damage assessments, component replacement, vehicle startup procedures, basic software loading, data-logging hardware installation, and initial vehicle health scans. Technicians document maintenance, manage repair orders, follow standard operating procedures, and prepare vehicles and records for quality checks. They also safely handle hazardous materials and high-voltage battery systems, follow emergency response plans, and address environmental faults and tire-pressure variations caused by extreme weather. This is a safety-sensitive position that requires operating a motor vehicle for company business. Employment is contingent on a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. Candidates receiving a conditional offer may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. The role may require rotating across AM, PM, and overnight shifts.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in automotive maintenance.
High School Diploma or GED.
Demonstrated ability to perform component replacements and light mechanical work, such as replacing wipers or pumps.
Proficiency in high-volume tire mounting and balancing using computerized tire service equipment.
Ability to service low-voltage batteries independently and perform basic vehicle startup and software loading.
Ability to safely operate vehicle movement equipment and understand neutral and brake states.
Working knowledge of advanced driver assistance and sensing hardware, such as cameras and radar, and standard automotive diagnostic tools.
Professional work order management with accurate and timely system entries.
Ability to create clear, complete digital repair records documenting maintenance activities.
Ability to accurately track parts usage, scrap logging, and vehicle status labeling.
Foundational high-voltage awareness and strict adherence to lockout and tagout protocols.
Consistent compliance with SOPs and hazardous material handling and disposal requirements.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift assemblies exceeding 50 lbs.
Willingness to rotate across AM, PM, and overnight shifts as required.
Ability to meet aggressive cycle-time targets, such as completing tire services in under one hour.
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving history in accordance with the company’s insurance carrier standards.

Nice To Haves

Fleet, rental, or rideshare experience.
Automotive certificate or entry-level industry certification.

Responsibilities

Perform multi-point safety and cosmetic inspections of vehicle systems to confirm operational readiness.
Execute light collision repairs and conduct initial damage severity assessments.
Replace worn or damaged components beyond consumables to maintain fleet availability and reliability.
Perform vehicle startup procedures, basic software loading, and installation of required data-logging hardware.
Complete initial vehicle health scans using approved diagnostic methods and escalate technical anomalies.
Document maintenance activities using standardized condition, cause, correction, and confirmation practices.
Prioritize and execute repair orders in the approved maintenance management system to maximize fleet uptime and throughput.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures to reduce rework and ensure consistent repair quality.
Safely handle and store compressed gases, flammable liquids, and high-voltage battery systems in accordance with safety protocols.
Maintain readiness for site-specific emergency response plans, including battery thermal events.
Prepare vehicles and documentation for internal and partner-led quality checks.
Address environmental faults and tire-pressure variations caused by extreme weather conditions.
Track parts usage, log scrap, and label vehicle status accurately.
Operate a motor vehicle for company business and maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving history.