Scooter Technician, Day Shift

Lime; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Lime vehicle access

Job summary

Lime in San Francisco is seeking skilled vehicle mechanics to maintain our shared fleet. You will perform repairs, quality checks, and battery management to ensure safe, reliable scooters and bikes across the fleet.

Join a team-oriented, safety-conscious environment with a focus on efficient operations, documentation, and warehousing duties. This full-time onsite role supports a dynamic micromobility network in the Bay Area.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar industry preferred.
• Able to lift up to 65 lbs / 35 kg frequently.
• Ability to work varied shifts including evenings and weekends.
• Strong problem-solving skills and quick, efficient repairs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational compliance of fleet and complete quality checks for deployment.
• Perform repairs from basic maintenance to complex electronic part replacement.
• Follow safety procedures to keep Lime riders safe.
• Manage battery operations: inspection, rotation, check-in/out, and more.
• Document completed quality checks for vehicles and parts.
• Support inventory management and tool/vehicle organization.
• May assist with tire maintenance, changes, inflation, or assembly.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electronics repair

Safety consciousness

Team collaboration

Communication

Tools

Pallet jack operation

Push cart operation

Job description

As the largest global shared micromobility business, Lime is on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free. A Time Magazine 100 Most Influential Company, Lime has powered more than one billion rides in close to 30 countries across five continents, spurring a new generation of clean alternatives to car ownership. Learn more at li.me.

We are looking for Mechanics to maintain our fleet of shared vehicles. This role is ideal for mechanically-inclined operations professionals that want to broaden and build their career experiences. Teamwork is at the heart of our operation, as mechanics work together to identify critical parts of our product lines that can be improved and ensure the safe working condition of our fleet.

This is a full-time, warehouse-based role that requires onsite work during your assigned shift. Day shift hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and the standard schedule is Shift time either Tuesday-Saturday or Wednesday-Sunday.

What you’ll do:

• Ensure operational compliance of fleet and complete quality checks for deployment

• Perform repairs from basic maintenance to complex electronic part replacement
• Follow established safety procedures to ensure Lime riders are on the safest vehicles
• Manage battery operations such as inspection, rotation, check in/out, and more
• Ensure accurate documentation of completed quality checks for vehicles and parts
• Support inventory management and organization of tools, parts, and vehicles
• May assist with any level of tire maintenance including changes, inflation, or assembly

• Maintain and abide by safety and hygiene standards within the warehouse
• Maximize the number of operational vehicles by efficiently completing tasks assigned

• Safely operate a pallet jack or push cart on a frequent basis
• Additional job related tasks as assigned

About you:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience in a similar industry preferred
• Ability to lift up to 65lbs / 35 kg on a frequent basis required
• Knowledge of cell phone applications. iOS experience preferred
• Ability to work various shifts including evenings and weekends
• Experience safely operating a pallet jack or push cart
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to perform quick and efficient repairs
• Self-motivated with and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage daily tasks
• A safety-oriented mindset, capable of conducting rigorous quality checks
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work well within a team

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness: A choice of medical, dental, and vision plans. We also provide company-paid life and disability insurance and company-funded mental health benefits.

• Financial & Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with both pre-tax and Roth options, and access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) with a monthly company contribution.

• Family & Fertility Support: Paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, plus fertility and family-forming benefits.

• Paid Time Off: Accrued vacation based on years of service, paid leave, and 10 company holidays.

• Unique Lime Perks: Complimentary use of Lime vehicles in participating cities, a monthly phone allowance, dedicated learning and development days, and access to perks including One Medical, Wellhub, and Headspace.

The salary range listed reflects what Lime reasonably expects to offer for this role, with the final base salary determined by factors such as the candidate’s location and relevant skills and experience. Depending on the position, the total compensation package may also include discretionary annual performance bonus opportunities and equity, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Lime considers all qualified applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Lime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That’s why we’re dedicated to building and developing a team that reflects a wider range of backgrounds, abilities, identities, and experiences. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please email [e-mail] for assistance.