Job Description - Autonomous Vehicle Support Technician
Description
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working around vehicles, technology, and fast-paced operations. You will play a critical role in making sure autonomous test vehicles are ready, properly configured, charged, equipped, and available on time for scheduled testing and service operations.
The ideal candidate brings a strong sense of urgency, excellent problem-solving skills, and a “get it done” mentality. If you enjoy combining vehicle operations, logistics, technology, and hands-on technical work, this could be an excellent fit.
What You’ll Do
As an Autonomous Vehicle Support Technician, you will:
Prepare autonomous vehicles for scheduled testing and service operations across multiple locations.
Ensure vehicles, equipment, and work areas are clean, organized, and mission-ready.
Coordinate the movement and storage of vehicles, equipment, and spare parts.
Perform routine charging of autonomous test vehicles and supporting equipment.
Complete vehicle readiness paperwork and maintain accurate operational documentation.
Execute mission preparation procedures, including launching software across multiple devices, verifying software and hardware configurations, deploying software when appropriate, and capturing requested data.
Identify issues during vehicle preparation and quickly escalate technical or operational concerns.
Support vehicle recovery and incident response activities as part of the Incident Response Team.
Organize, transport, and maintain readiness of spare-parts inventory.
Provide hands-on support to Base Operations technicians with tasks such as fluid changes, part replacements, wiring checks, and basic vehicle maintenance.
Assist with general testing operations, including pre-mission preparation, cone courses, obstacle setup, traffic control, documentation, and support-vehicle driving.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
2–4 years of professional work experience
Valid driver's license with a clean/excellent driving record
Ability to travel locally and nationally up to approximately 30%
Strong safety-first mindset and sense of urgency
Proven ability to troubleshoot problems and perform effectively in high-pressure situations
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deliverables simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-moving operational environment
Interest in autonomous vehicles, automotive technology, fleet operations, testing, or technical operations is highly desirable
Physical Requirements
Candidates must be able to:
Lift and move up to 50 pounds
Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and similar equipment
Regularly stand and walk throughout a shift
Navigate stairs
Push, pull, squat, bend, kneel, and reach as required
Additional Requirements
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing:
Background check
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check
Drug screening
Compliance with the company's Substance Abuse Policy
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