Autonomous Vehicle Technician: AV Diagnostics & Calibration

AutoNation; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package including PTO &

401K with company match

Longevity bonuses

Employee referral bonus up to $3000

Employee discount on vehicle purchases

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

AutoNation Inc. is seeking entry-level AV Technician candidates to support inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting of autonomous vehicles. This role emphasizes hands-on learning in AV hardware, sensors, and diagnostic procedures while assisting experienced technicians.

Ideal for early-career technicians or recent technical graduates transitioning to mobility tech. AutoNation offers competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in automotive, EV, robotics, or AV technician roles.
• Strong diagnostic experience with mechanical and electrical vehicle systems.
• Hands-on experience with sensor systems (LiDAR, radar, cameras) and computer hardware.
• Proficiency with diagnostic software, scan tools, and electrical testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics and repair on AV powertrain, braking, suspension, and HV systems.
• Diagnose faults involving CAN/LIN networks and AV computer hardware.
• Install, configure, and replace AV components, wiring, and networking equipment.
• Support field testing, real-time troubleshooting, and data collection during missions.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Electrical systems

Sensor systems

CAN/LIN tools

Linux basics

Tools

CANalyzer

SavvyCAN

Vehicle Spy

Job description

AutoNation Inc. is seeking entry-level AV Technician candidates to support inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting of autonomous vehicles. This role emphasizes hands-on learning in AV hardware, sensors, and diagnostic procedures while assisting experienced technicians.

Ideal for early-career technicians or recent technical graduates transitioning to mobility tech. AutoNation offers competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement in a dynamic environment.