Operations Technician Lead

Kodiak; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Free meals

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

RSUs

OT opportunities

Job summary

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. is seeking Field Technicians to maintain and repair autonomous truck platforms in the Permian Basin, West Texas. You will work on trucks, trailers, and autonomous systems and collaborate with design and validation engineers.

This role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical skills, a clean driving record, and flexibility for day/night/weekend shifts. Kodiak offers competitive pay, housing, meals, benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge autonomous

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean record.
• Ability to read Electrical Harness Diagrams and Mechanical Prints.
• Experience with industry tools such as wire crimpers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, torque wrenches.
• Proficient with diagnostic instrumentation related to trucks.
• Reliable and meticulous—uses checklists and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for maintenance and modifications to autonomous vehicle platforms, including trucks, trailers, and autonomous systems.
• Repair modular and sub-systems and related harnesses on the bench and in-vehicle.
• Inspect and certify the operational health of trucks, trailers, and Autonomous Vehicle platforms.
• Work with design and validation engineers to aid hardware development.
• Execute work according to preventative maintenance schedules and upkeep programs.
• Support material staging and workflow readiness for remote tasks and field teams.
• Provide technical coverage when needed in other locations.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Coordinate replenishment of consumed items for vehicle operations.
• Safely operate company vehicles as part of the job.
• Maintain a clean driving record as required for auto insurance.

Skills

Driver's license

Electrical diagnostics

Mechanical tools

Troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Flexible shifts

Tools

Wire crimpers

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Torque wrenches

Fabrication tooling

Hand 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.

We are looking for Field Technicians to join us in maintaining and repairing our vehicles out in the Permian Basin in West Texas.

What we offer:

• Our Senior Field Truck Technicians in Kermit, TX start anywhere from 39/hr - in addition we offer $1500 annual bonus, OT, and RSU's!
• Housing provided with Free hot meals
• Competitive benefits, including medical, dental & vision.
• 14/7 ROTATION
• & More!

In this role, you will:

• Be responsible for maintenance and modifications to autonomous vehicle platforms, including trucks, trailers, and autonomous systems
• Repair modular and sub-systems and related harnesses on the bench and in-vehicle
• Inspect and certify the operational health of trucks, trailers, and Autonomous Vehicle platforms
• Work closely with design and validation engineers to aid in the development of hardware systems
• Execute work according to scheduled preventative maintenance and demand of related upkeep programs
• Support material staging and workflow readiness for remote tasks and field based teams
• Provide technical coverage when needed in other locations
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Coordinate the replenishment and distribution of consumed items used in maintaining vehicle operations
• Safely operate company vehicles as an essential function of the position
• Maintain a clean driving record that meets requirements for coverage under the company's auto insurance policy.

What you'll bring:

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to read, inspect and implement directions, as outlined and depicted in Electrical Harness Diagrams and Mechanical Prints
• Experience with industry based tooling including specialized electrical and mechanical tooling such as: wire crimpers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, torque wrenches, fabrication tooling and hand tools.
• Proficient with diagnostic instrumentation related to trucks and the ability to perform failure analysis on related components
• Solid hands-on background. The ability to rely on previous experience or training to inspect and identify defects and failures on complex systems. These range from visual to operational in nature and can generate aptitude in learning Autonomous Vehicle diagnostics and repair
• Reliability and consistency. You have a track record of meticulous work. You are comfortable developing and practicing methodical service through the use of checklists, protocols, and work documentation
• Clear communication. You are comfortable providing feedback to engineers, and sharing insights with the team at large to improve products and processes. You know how to collaborate, and when to get secondary inspection and review for safety-critical decisions
• Innovative mindset. You like to find ways to improve the system you are working on. You can solve problems and complete tasks even when the path to the solution is not clear at the outset
• Flexibility for working hours and days. Daytime/night/weekend shifts are being hired for. Periodic travel back to main locations for short term cross training and support.
• Experience in the energy sector is a bonus

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.

In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.