Autonomous EV Body Shop Technician

truckingpeople; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

truckingpeople in Austin, TX is seeking a hands-on Body Shop Service Technician for autonomous electric vehicle fleet support. The role blends automotive maintenance with light-to-moderate body repair and fleet operations in a high-growth AV environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in automotive/body shop work, strong tool skills, and a safety-first mindset. In-person, day shifts with options, competitive pay $24-28/hour.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in automotive or fleet body shop experience.
• Hands-on body repair, panel fitting, or exterior installation.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Strong finish standards and ability to assess repair scope.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environment.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, document, and photograph vehicle damage after incidents.
• Perform minor repairs and coordinate major repairs with partner service centers.
• Conduct maintenance and inspections (brakes, tires, fluids, HVAC/AC, diagnostics).
• Light-to-moderate body work: panel alignment, trim, bumper.
• Transport vehicles to service appointments and car washes.
• Maintain shop safety and fleet readiness.
• Proactively identify issues to prevent operation disruption.

Skills

Automotive technician

Body shop experience

Hand tools

Power tools

Finish standards

Documentation skills

Independent worker

Job description

truckingpeople in Austin, TX is seeking a hands-on Body Shop Service Technician for autonomous electric vehicle fleet support. The role blends automotive maintenance with light-to-moderate body repair and fleet operations in a high-growth AV environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in automotive/body shop work, strong tool skills, and a safety-first mindset. In-person, day shifts with options, competitive pay $24-28/hour.