Lead Fleet Technician

Aurora; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Innovation Inc. is seeking a Lead Fleet Operations Technician to maintain our fleet vehicles, perform complex repairs, and coordinate with site teammates on work planning.

This role emphasizes attention to detail, cross-team communication, documentation, and diagnosing issues with OEM tools. You will mentor a team, support site operations, and work with Vehicle Operations, Software, and Hardware to deliver reliable vehicle performance.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years OEM Technician Experience.
• 4 years diesel experience.
• 4 years of diagnostic skills.
• Valid US driver’s license.
• Safety conscious and knowledge of general shop safety.
• Basic Knowledge of DOT and CVSA rules and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Mentor a team of technicians and foster a high-performance environment.
• Support site-based team with a can-do attitude.
• Collaborate with Vehicle Operations, Software and Hardware on diagnostics and revisions.
• Perform routine OEM maintenance and complex mechanical/electrical repairs.
• Document findings and communicate through processes and systems.
• Take ownership and expedite data or findings as needed.

Skills

OEM Technician Experience

Diesel Experience

Diagnostic Skills

Driver's License

Shop Safety

DOT/CVSA Rules

Job description

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly.

The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone.

At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn .

What we are looking for

We’re searching for a Lead Fleet Operations Technician to join our team. This role will be focused on maintaining our fleet vehicles, complex repair, and collaboration with site teammates on work planning and execution. This position requires great attention to detail, excellent cross-team communication, documentation and solid diagnostic chops. Must be comfortable solving difficult challenges, ready to roll up the sleeves to expedite repair and a constant eye for quality. Must have experience using OEM diagnostic tools, methodologies, and a logical troubleshooting approach.

In this role, you will

Mentor a team of skilled technicians, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment grounded in empathy and accountability.

Supporting and guiding the site based team with a can-do attitude

Work closely with Vehicle Operations, Software, and Hardware performing diagnostics, test-plans, and vehicle revisions.

Perform routine OEM maintenance to complex mechanical and electrical repairs.

Document and communicate findings through process and systems

Take ownership and expedite data or findings when appropriate

Perform and drive quality service and repair work cross functionally

Maintain a clean and professional workspace.

Establishing and planning daily site based workloads and prioritization

Capable of balancing and prioritizing multiple tasks.

Mechanical aptitude: Hands on familiarization with the mechanical design of the base platform, an ability to fully utilize electrical and mechanical tooling to fulfill routine daily work.

Testing procedures: has proficiency in testing and gathering accurate data from mech and elec test applications, a resourcefulness to develop new testing methods to support currently faced problems.

Provides feedback, creates and implements processes and suggestions to new and/or improved workshop standards, protocols, and processes.

Required Qualifications

At least 6- 8 years OEM Technician Experience

At least 4 years diesel experience

At least 4 years of diagnostic skills

Valid US driver’s license.

Demonstrate knowledge of basic workshop etiquette, provide verbal and writing communication across all teams

Safety conscious and knowledge of general shop safety

Basic Knowledge of DOT and CVSA rules and requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb, and/or sit frequently throughout the duration of the day

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Attention to detail and highly organized

Ability to travel as needed

Available to work day or night shifts

Ability to work early mornings or late nights, on rotating shifts

Ability to work regular overtime and some weekends

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.

Desired Qualifications

Direct manufacturing and prototyping experience a bonus

Prior experience working with autonomous vehicles

Advanced CAN bus diagnostics and troubleshooting

The base hourly wage range for this position is $47.25 - 60.25 per hour. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for benefits.

Working at Aurora

At Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks.

We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy, and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, Aurorans are expected to work from the office at least 3 days per week, with some roles requiring more frequent in-office presence, up to 5 days per week, based on operational needs.

Our Careers page provides insight into what it is like to work at Aurora, and you can find all the latest updates in our Newsroom .

Our commitment to safety

At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization’s long-term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.

Our commitment to inclusion

Aurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail] .

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