🚀 Autonomous Vehicle Technician/Mechanic

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Amerit Fleet Solutions

Amerit Fleet Solutions, one of the leading fleet maintenance companies in the U.S., is looking to hire a skilled Autonomous Vehicle Service Technician/Mechanic to repair, maintain, and retrofit our fleet of Electric Autonomous Vehicles (EV/AV). The ideal candidate is an experienced and eager technician with a growth mindset, looking to propel their career in a dynamic and cutting‑edge industry.

Compensation

Competitive hourly pay ($35–49/hour) based on experience; paid weekly every Friday.

Shift

Thursday–Monday, 2:00 pm–10:30 pm.

Benefits

• Full benefits within 30 days
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) match program
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Boot and safety glasses reimbursement
• ASE certification program with fee reimbursement
• Employee referral program (up to $1,000 bonus)
• Employee recognition program with redeemable points
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 24/7 nurse triage line
• Employee discounts on cell phone service and entertainment tickets
• Employee resource groups (ERGs)
• Wellness and fitness programs

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Assisting technicians with service and repair of electrical, mechanical, and integration issues on autonomous vehicles and their equipment
• Performing software and firmware updates
• Following processes and documenting potential improvements and issues
• Collaborating with internal engineering and service teams to troubleshoot and diagnose issues
• Creating repair orders and documenting work performed, diagnosis, procedure, and parts required
• Creating issue tickets with engineering teams, following up on open issues to resolve
• Performing work with safety as the top priority
• Participating in continuing education and training
• Assisting with fleet‑wide hardware and software retrofits

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience working on cars (brakes, advanced suspension, alignment, electrical repair and diagnosis, software/firmware updates, nuanced mechanical, electrical, and A/C systems)
• Experience with complex hardware retrofits and AV hardware replacement, diagnostic on nuanced AV and EV systems
• Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, and automotive shop equipment (impact guns, air tools, lifts, jacks, etc.)
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering components and understanding of how they interact
• Strong computer skills and aptitude to learn new technology
• Impeccable communication skills
• Learning mindset with openness to constructive feedback
• Track record of emphasizing safety and quality of work
• Clear verbal and written directives
• Ability to perform regular physical work (stooping, lifting, moving up to 50 lb)
• Ability to anticipate future setbacks and mitigate operational progress and growth
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Comfortable in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment
• High attention to detail

A Plus If You Have

• Experience with sensors, calibration, and/or the autonomous automotive field
• Dealership training and automotive experience
• Experience with Linux, Java, Python, C++, Jira, Confluence, G‑Suite, and Slack
• Previous experience diagnosing and performing repairs on electric and/or hybrid vehicles
• ASE certifications

Working Conditions

• Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing duties
• Exposure to dust, diesel fumes, and noise
• Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases, and other irritants
• Ability to access any area of the equipment or vehicle for maintenance
• Ability to move and position heavy objects
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, and crawl to repair vehicles
• Ability to work outside in various weather conditions