Vehicle Technician - Autonomous Vehicles
About The Position
Royalty Staffing is partnering with a leading company in the autonomous vehicle industry to hire an experienced Vehicle Technician to support the maintenance, repair, diagnostics, and operational readiness of its fleet vehicles. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and testing of autonomous vehicle technology as the company works toward commercial service expansion. The ideal candidate has hands-on automotive technician experience, strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining vehicle safety, reliability, and performance.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of hands-on vehicle technician experience.
- Extensive knowledge of automotive maintenance and repair methods, tools, parts, equipment, and materials.
- Valid driver's license with an excellent driving record.
- Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable taking a hands-on approach to work.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with technicians, engineers, and other cross-functional teams.
- Honest, responsible, and detail-oriented approach to work.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and sit or stand for extended periods, including shifts of 8 hours or more, depending on equipment and task requirements.
- Ability to operate a forklift and/or gantry, with current and valid forklift operator certification compliant with applicable Cal/OSHA standards.
- Ability to successfully complete required background checks, motor vehicle record checks, and drug screening, and comply with the applicable Substance Abuse Policy.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an automotive engineering, research, or testing laboratory, such as a dynamometer (dyno) or battery lab.
- Familiarity with Controller Area Network (CAN) systems and automotive wiring diagrams.
- Experience with automotive electrical systems and soldering.
- Experience towing car haulers or other large trailers to transport fleet vehicles.
- Technical trade school certification or an associate degree in automotive repair or a related field.
- Willingness and ability to travel locally and nationally on occasion.
Responsibilities
- Configure, prepare, maintain, diagnose, and approve vehicles for safe on-road operation.
- Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance, repairs, and fleet rework.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and vehicle system issues and escalate complex problems to the appropriate engineering teams.
- Coordinate repairs from initial diagnosis through completion and validation.
- Develop and execute diagnostic test plans to support troubleshooting and vehicle testing.
- Work closely with the Shop Foreman to ensure vehicles are ready for demonstrations, testing, and operational requirements.
- Travel locally as needed to support vehicle setup, maintenance, and diagnostics.
- Maintain accurate service records and prepare detailed field reports.
- Keep shop facilities, tools, and workspaces clean, organized, and operational.
- Assist with parts inventory, tracking, storage, and organization.
- Provide responsive, professional service to internal teams and business partners.
- Follow all applicable safety procedures and company policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
