Body Shop Mechanic - Autonomous Electric Vehicles
TRUCKING PEOPLE•Austin, TX
•$24 - $28•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a skilled Body Shop Service Technician to support a fleet of autonomous electric vehicles in Austin, TX. This role combines automotive maintenance, light-to-moderate body repair, and fleet operations support in a high-growth autonomous vehicle (AV) environment. This is a hands-on position ideal for experienced automotive technicians with strong mechanical aptitude, body shop experience, and a safety-first mindset. You will play a critical role in ensuring fleet safety, performance, compliance, and road readiness.
Requirements
- 2+ years of automotive technician, fleet technician, or body shop experience
- Hands-on experience with automotive body repair, panel fitting, or exterior component installation
- Proficiency using hand tools and power tools in a professional automotive environment
- Strong understanding of vehicle fit-and-finish standards
- Ability to assess body damage and determine repair scope
- Experience with routine vehicle maintenance and inspections
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong documentation and reporting skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with electric vehicles (EV) or hybrid vehicles
- Exposure to autonomous vehicle (AV) fleets or mobility operations
- ASE Certification (Automotive Service Excellence)
- Fleet maintenance or transportation operations experience
Responsibilities
- Assess, document, and photograph vehicle damage following road incidents
- Perform minor on-site automotive repairs and coordinate major repairs with partner service centers
- Conduct scheduled maintenance and inspections (brakes, tires, fluids, HVAC/AC, diagnostics)
- Execute light-to-moderate automotive body work, including: Panel alignment and panel fitting
- Trim and bumper repair or replacement
- Mirror and exterior component installation
- Cosmetic repairs and touch-ups
- Sanding, surface preparation, priming, and minor paint correction
- Light welding as needed
- Distinguish cosmetic vs. structural damage and escalate appropriately
- Support vehicle evacuations, towing coordination, and emergency response
- Transport fleet vehicles to service appointments, repair facilities, and car washes
- Maintain shop cleanliness, safety compliance, and fleet readiness standards
- Proactively identify mechanical or body issues before they impact operations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
