Autonomous Vehicle Technician – Fleet Diagnostics & Repair

Top Echelon Software, LLC; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NGV Talent in San Francisco is hiring an engineering-focused Vehicle Technician to support the maintenance, repair, diagnostics, and readiness of an autonomous vehicle fleet. This role is ideal for an experienced automotive technician with a solid mechanical background, strong diagnostic skills, ability to work independently, and a collaborative mindset to keep vehicles ready for testing and demonstration.

Responsibilities include configuring and sign-off on vehicles, conducting maintenance,

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of professional technician experience.
• Extensive knowledge of vehicle maintenance methods and systems.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass background, MVR check, and drug screen.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Configure, set up, maintain, diagnose, and sign off on vehicles for safe on-road operation.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, repairs, and fleet rework.
• Partner with the Shop Foreman to ensure vehicles are ready for testing and demonstration.
• Diagnose vehicle issues and elevate complex problems to engineering teams.
• Coordinate and drive the repair process from diagnosis through resolution.
• Develop diagnostic test plans to support troubleshooting and validation.
• Maintain detailed service records and quality field reports.
• Keep shop facilities, tools, and workspaces organized and in excellent working condition.
• Assist with parts inventory, storage, and organization.
• Support internal teams and stakeholders with a high-quality service experience.
• Travel locally as needed to support fleet operations.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Independent work

Team orientation

Adaptability

Education

Associate Degree or Technical Certificate in Automotive Repair

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

NGV Talent in San Francisco is hiring an engineering-focused Vehicle Technician to support the maintenance, repair, diagnostics, and readiness of an autonomous vehicle fleet. This role is ideal for an experienced automotive technician with a solid mechanical background, strong diagnostic skills, ability to work independently, and a collaborative mindset to keep vehicles ready for testing and demonstration.

Responsibilities include configuring and sign-off on vehicles, conducting maintenance,