Fleet Operations Technician

Aurora•Aledo, TX

5d•$31 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

Aurora is seeking a Fleet Operations Technician to maintain fleet vehicles through routine maintenance, complex repairs, and collaboration with the hardware team on component upgrades. The role requires attention to detail, cross-team communication, thorough documentation, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to approach difficult repair challenges with a focus on quality. Candidates must have experience using OEM diagnostic tools and methodologies and applying a logical troubleshooting approach. The technician works with Vehicle Operations, Software, and Hardware teams on diagnostics, test plans, and vehicle upgrades. The position also involves gathering and documenting test data, taking ownership of findings and escalating them when appropriate, maintaining a clean and professional workspace, and helping develop and improve workshop standards and processes. Aurora emphasizes in-person collaboration; employees are expected to work from the office at least three days per week, with some roles requiring more frequent in-office presence, up to five days per week, depending on operational needs. This position is available for day or night shifts and may involve rotating shifts, early mornings or late nights, regular overtime, some weekends, and travel as needed.

Requirements

At least 3–6 years of OEM technician experience.
Strong diagnostic skills.
Valid U.S. driver’s license.
Knowledge of basic workshop etiquette and ability to communicate verbally and in writing across teams.
Safety-conscious, with knowledge of general shop safety.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb, and/or sit throughout the day.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to travel as needed.
Availability to work day or night shifts, early mornings or late nights, and rotating shifts.
Ability to work regular overtime and some weekends.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of diesel experience.
Basic knowledge of DOT and CVSA rules and requirements.
Direct manufacturing and prototyping experience.
Prior experience working with autonomous vehicles.
Advanced CAN bus diagnostics and troubleshooting.
Vehicle network communication diagnostics, including CAN and J1939.

Responsibilities

Work with Vehicle Operations, Software, and Hardware teams on diagnostics, test plans, and vehicle upgrades.
Perform routine OEM maintenance and complex mechanical and electrical repairs.
Document and communicate findings through established processes and systems.
Take ownership of findings and escalate data or issues when appropriate.
Deliver quality service and repairs while working cross-functionally and contributing to a collaborative team.
Maintain a clean and professional workspace.
Balance and prioritize multiple tasks.
Use mechanical and electrical tools to perform routine daily work and apply knowledge of the base vehicle platform’s mechanical design.
Conduct testing and gather accurate data using mechanical and electrical test applications; develop testing methods to address current problems.
Provide feedback and create or implement suggestions for new or improved workshop standards, protocols, and processes.