Autonomous Vehicle Technician — Growth, Benefits & Impact

AutoNation Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher income potential

Full benefits package including Paid 2

Longevity bonuses

Employee referral bonus up to $3000

Employee discount on vehicle purchases

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

AutoNation Inc. is seeking an Advanced Autonomous Vehicle Technician to diagnose, calibrate, and integrate AV systems on our fleet.

You will work with sensors, computers, networks, and mechanical/electrical components to keep autonomous vehicles safe and reliable in field operations. Under supervision, you’ll gain hands-on experience with LiDAR, cameras, and perception stacks, use diagnostic tools, and document work in fleet systems.

Qualifications

• 0–2+ years as an automotive, EV, mechanical, or electrical technician or recent graduate of a technical program.
• Ability to use hand tools and basic diagnostic equipment.
• Willingness to learn advanced AV systems and sensors.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and basic repairs under supervision.
• Assist with diagnostics, sensor handling, and system calibration.
• Support field operations, testing, and documentation of work performed.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Diagnostics basics

Field work readiness

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Technical training program graduate

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Multimeters

Scan tools

Testing equipment

Job description

AutoNation Inc. is seeking an Advanced Autonomous Vehicle Technician to diagnose, calibrate, and integrate AV systems on our fleet.

You will work with sensors, computers, networks, and mechanical/electrical components to keep autonomous vehicles safe and reliable in field operations. Under supervision, you’ll gain hands-on experience with LiDAR, cameras, and perception stacks, use diagnostic tools, and document work in fleet systems.