Lead Fleet Technician

Aurora; El Paso (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Innovation Inc. in El Paso is seeking a Lead Fleet Operations Technician to maintain our fleet vehicles, perform OEM maintenance, and lead a team of technicians. You will collaborate across site teams on work planning, diagnostics, and repairs.

The role requires hands‑on mechanical and electrical repair, proficiency with OEM diagnostic tools, and strong documentation and communication. You will mentor staff, set daily workloads, and drive quality service while ensuring safety.

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 and communication across teams.
• Safety conscious with knowledge of general shop safety and DOT/CVSA rules.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work physically demanding shifts.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, manuals, and standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Mentor a team of technicians and foster a collaborative, high‑performance environment.
• Support site based team with a can‑do attitude and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Work with Vehicle Operations, Software, and Hardware on diagnostics, test plans, and revisions.
• Perform routine OEM maintenance and complex mechanical/electrical repairs.
• Document findings through processes and systems and communicate clearly.
• Take ownership and expand data or findings as appropriate.
• Drive quality service and repair work across functions and maintain a clean workspace.
• Plan daily workloads and prioritize competing tasks.

Skills

OEM Technician experience

Diesel experience

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Safety consciousness

DOT rules knowledge

Physical stamina

Tools

OEM diagnostic tools

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 expand 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 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 security. 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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