Autonomous Vehicle Technician - San Francisco / AFTERNOON SHIFT - San Francisco 94124 HOURLY PAY up to $70
About The Position
The Autonomous Vehicle Technician is an entry-level position supporting inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting on autonomous electric vehicles. The role offers hands-on learning and development in AV hardware, sensors, electrical systems, and diagnostic procedures while assisting more experienced technicians. The technician helps ensure vehicle readiness and supports fleet operations by following established safety and technical procedures. The position is suited to early-career technicians, recent technical-program graduates, and people transitioning from traditional automotive or mechanical work into advanced mobility technology. The technician diagnoses and performs maintenance and repairs on vehicles operated by the Waymo Driver, providing high-quality service while collaborating with AutoNation and Waymo associates. The full-time position is based in San Francisco and offers compensation from $22.80 to $70.00 per hour, depending on certifications, skills, and experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two or more years of automotive experience.
- Automotive technical training.
- Must have tools.
- Valid in-state driver's license with an acceptable, safe driving record.
- Ability to operate an automobile.
Nice To Haves
- Electric vehicle experience.
- Hybrid or EV training and experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance, diagnosis, and required repairs on electric vehicles.
- Inspect vehicles and perform initial setup for autonomous fleet operation and testing.
- Collaborate with AutoNation and Waymo associates and work with teammates to improve processes and expedite workflow.
- Document requested repairs and findings in a specialized service platform.
- Perform repairs and inspections efficiently and accurately.
- Conduct multi-point inspections and system checks, and make recommendations to support fleet vehicle safety and reliability.
- Provide guidance to the technician team and communicate service and parts needs to associates.
- Follow work instructions for repairs and document results.
- Operate Service Center equipment safely and productively, following safety standards and using required personal protective equipment.
- Inspect and test completed work as a quality-control measure.
- Maintain an inventory of technician tools not normally inventoried by the Service Department.
- Keep current with technical information and participate in available training classes as appropriate.
- Follow applicable federal, state, and local regulations affecting Service Center operations, including hazardous-waste disposal and OSHA guidelines.
- Develop superior product knowledge to provide high-quality repairs.
Benefits
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Longevity bonuses.
- Technician employee referral bonus of up to $3,000 per referral.
- Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and service.
- Advancement opportunities.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Maternity benefits.
- Associate purchase and discount programs for vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear.
- Deals and discounts through YouDecide.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
