AV Build Technician

Kodiak; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity/Bonuses

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Paid time off & holidays

Wellbeing benefits & mental health

401(k) and financial planning

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. seeks a Build Technician in Lancaster, TX to assemble, inspect, and validate critical vehicle components for our autonomous fleet.

You will follow mechanical prints and harness diagrams, conduct electrical and functional verifications, and help define wiring routes for interior and exterior installations. You will create and improve work instructions, support cross-functional teams, and contribute to process improvements while coordinating with night and weekend shifts as

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of mechanical prints and harness diagrams.
• Experience with quality control techniques and measurement tools.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components per mechanical prints and harness diagrams.
• Perform quality inspections on parts and assemblies.
• Conduct electrical, mechanical, and functional verifications.
• Define harness routing for interior and exterior installations.
• Create, validate, and improve work instructions and procedures.
• Identify and implement workflow efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior technicians.

Skills

Mechanical prints & harness diagrams

Quality control techniques

Measurement tools

Independent work

Problem solving

Team collaboration & mentoring

Technical documentation

Willingness to work nights & weekends

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AV systems

Light fabrication tools

Job description

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.

As a Build Technician, you’ll be supporting our development and production operations by assembling, inspecting, and improving critical vehicle components at Kodiak.

This role is based in Lancaster, TX, with some limited travel required.

In this role, you will:

• Assemble components per mechanical prints and harness diagrams.
• Perform quality inspections on parts received and assembled components.
• Conduct electrical, mechanical, and functional verifications.
• Define harness routing for interior and exterior installations.
• Create, validate, and improve work instructions and procedures.
• Identify and implement workflow efficiency improvements.
• Provide technical insights and propose process improvements to enhance build quality.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, ensuring work aligns with project goals.

What you’ll bring:

• A strong understanding of mechanical prints, harness diagrams, and quality control techniques.
• Proficiency with measurement tools, light fabrication, and AV systems.
• The ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver on commitments.
• A problem‑solving mindset with the ability to make informed technical decisions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills—mentoring junior technicians and contributing to team hiring efforts.
• Experience in technical documentation and process development.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as required.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including equity and bonuses
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, and MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• Accrued PTO, generous parental leave policies, and 10 paid holidays
• Wellbeing Benefits – Headspace through Cigna, Calm through Kaiser, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health through Cigna, Rula (mental health navigation)
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA

At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.