Automotive Service Technician - AV Fleet

Fleet Operations Associate – Autonomous Vehicles | San Francisco, CA

$29.00/hour | Full-time Contract | In-Person

Our client is one of the most recognized names in autonomous ride-hailing, and they're looking for a hands-on, dependable Fleet Operations Associate to keep their self-driving vehicle fleet clean, charged, prepped, and ready for daily operations on the streets of San Francisco.

This is a genuine opportunity to break into the AV industry from the ground up — working alongside engineers, technicians, and operations teams at the cutting edge of transportation technology.

Shifts Available

Two schedules currently open — ideal for candidates seeking evening, overnight, or weekend hours:

• 2nd Shift: Wednesday – Sunday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
• 3rd Shift: Thursday – Monday, 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM

What You'll Be Doing

Fleet Readiness

• Keep vehicles, equipment, and the test site clean, organized, and operationally ready
• Fuel and charge test vehicles and supporting equipment routinely
• Move and store vehicles and equipment as needed
• Assist with vehicle readiness documentation and paperwork

Mission Prep & Tech Support

• Launch software across vehicle devices, verify hardware and software configurations, deploy updates, capture data, and escalate issues as they arise
• Organize, track, and transport spare parts inventory
• Support BaseOps technicians with fluid changes, part replacements, and wiring checks

Testing & Operations Support

• Assist with pre-mission prep, documentation, cone course and obstacle setup, and traffic control
• Drive support vehicles during testing operations
• Ensure vehicles meet all applicable regulatory requirements

What You Bring

Required

• 2 years of hands-on work experience in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and use carts, dollies, and hand trucks throughout your shift
• Comfortable on your feet for extended periods — this is an active, physical role
• Strong problem-solver with a get-it-done attitude and the ability to perform under pressure
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to multi-task effectively
• Able to pass a background check, MVR check, and drug screening
• Safety boots required (ASTM F2412/F2413 compliant)

Preferred

• Technical trade school certificate or Associate Degree in automotive repair
• Hands-on vehicle experience — under the hood comfort is a real advantage here
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Google Suite, or MS Office
• Prior experience in automotive, operational, or technical environments

Benefits

• $29.00/hour
• Subsidized healthcare — employer-covered, eligibility begins 90 days after start date
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare-related expenses
• Short and long-term disability life insurance — fully covered at no cost to you
• 401(k)
• Pre-tax commuter benefits — a real perk in San Francisco

Why This Role is Worth Your Time

San Francisco is ground zero for autonomous vehicle development — and this role puts you inside one of the leading operations in the city. It's a starting point, not a dead end. The right person will build skills, gain rare industry experience, and grow alongside technology that is actively changing how cities move.

Staffed on behalf of our client in the autonomous vehicle space.

To be considered, applicants must be local to the San Francisco Bay Area and available for one of the two shifts listed above.