Lead Fleet Technician
About The Position
Aurora is seeking a Lead Fleet Operations Technician to maintain fleet vehicles, perform complex repairs, and collaborate with site teammates on work planning and execution. The role requires attention to detail, strong cross-team communication and documentation, diagnostic expertise, and a quality-focused approach to solving challenging repair problems using OEM diagnostic tools and methodologies. The technician will mentor a team, guide site-based work, and collaborate with Vehicle Operations, Software, and Hardware teams on diagnostics, test plans, and vehicle revisions. Responsibilities also include routine OEM maintenance, complex mechanical and electrical repairs, documenting findings, planning workloads, prioritizing tasks, and improving workshop processes and standards. The position requires the ability to work independently, travel as needed, and work day or night shifts, including rotating shifts, early mornings or late nights, regular overtime, and some weekends. Aurora expects employees to work in person at least three days per week; some roles may require up to five days per week based on operational needs. The base hourly wage range is $47.25–$60.25, and the successful candidate will be eligible for benefits.
Requirements
- At least 6–8 years of OEM technician experience.
- At least 4 years of diesel experience.
- At least 4 years of diagnostic skills.
- Valid US 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.
- Basic knowledge of DOT and CVSA rules and requirements.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb, and/or sit frequently 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.
- Experience using OEM diagnostic tools and methodologies, with a logical troubleshooting approach.
Nice To Haves
- 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
- Mentor a team of skilled technicians and foster a collaborative, high-performance environment grounded in empathy and accountability.
- Support and guide the site-based team with a can-do attitude.
- Collaborate with Vehicle Operations, Software, and Hardware teams on diagnostics, test plans, and vehicle revisions.
- 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.
- Perform and drive quality service and repair work cross-functionally.
- Maintain a clean and professional workspace.
- Establish and plan daily site-based workloads and priorities.
- Balance and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Use mechanical and electrical tools to carry out routine work on the base platform.
- Conduct mechanical and electrical testing, gather accurate data, and develop testing methods to address problems.
- Provide feedback and create and implement suggestions for new or improved workshop standards, protocols, and processes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
