Vehicle Technician or Mechanic — Autonomous Fleet at TRUCKING PEOPLE – San Francisco, California

$38/hr | Full-Time Contract | On-site | San Francisco, CA
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We are partnering with an on-demand autonomous ride-hailing company to hire an engineering-focused Vehicle Technician to support the readiness and reliability of its fleet vehicles. This is a hands-on shop role performing maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and fleet reworks in a fast-moving autonomous vehicle environment.

• Perform vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and inspections

• Complete multi-point inspections and quality control checks

• Document work and findings in a service platform

• Configure and sign off vehicles for safe on-road operation

• Coordinate repairs and escalate issues to engineering as needed

• Maintain tools, parts inventory, and shop organization

• Follow all safety, PPE, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, Cal/OSHA)

• 2–4+ years of automotive technician experience

• Strong knowledge of vehicle repair methods, tools, and systems

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

• Forklift operation experience (Cal/OSHA-compliant certification required)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods

• Reliable, team-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment

• Able to pass background check, MVR, and drug screen

• Experience in automotive engineering or R&D labs

• Knowledge of CAN, wiring diagrams, or soldering

• Trade school certificate or Associate degree in automotive repair

• Experience towing trailers or fleet vehicles

Day: 8:00am–4:30pm
Evening: 2:00pm–10:30pm
(Multiple weekday/weekend combinations available)

Pay: $38/hour
Location: San Francisco, CA (on-site)
Type: Full-time contract (30+ hrs/week)