Fleet Operations Technician I
Aurora InnovationAbout the role
Who We Are
Aurora (Nasdaq: AUR) is delivering the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly to make transportation safer, increasingly accessible, and more reliable and efficient than ever before. The Aurora Driver is a self-driving system designed to operate multiple vehicle types, from freight-hauling semi-trucks to ride-hailing passenger vehicles, and underpins Aurora Horizon and Aurora Connect, its driver-as-a-service products for trucking and ride-hailing. Aurora is working with industry leaders across the transportation ecosystem, including Toyota, FedEx, Volvo Trucks, PACCAR, Uber, Uber Freight, U.S. Xpress, Werner, Covenant, Schneider, and Ryder. For Aurora’s latest news, visit aurora.tech and @aurora_inno on Twitter.
We’re searching for a Fleet Operations Technician to join our team in Aledo, Texas. This role will be focused on maintaining our fleet vehicles, performing routine maintenance, complex repair, and collaboration with our hardware team upgrading components. 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
- Work closely with Vehicle Operations, Software, and Hardware performing diagnostics, test-plans, and vehicle upgrades.
- Perform routine OEM maintenance to complex mechanical and electrical repairs.
- Document and communicate findings through process and systems
- Take ownership and escalate data or findings when appropriate
- Perform quality service and repair, work cross functionally, and bring a can-do team spirit.
- Maintain a clean and professional workspace.
- Capable of balancing and prioritizing multiple tasks.
- Mechanical aptitude: Assemble or build parts or jigs for prototypes, proficiency with mechanical fabrication (drill press, saws, hand tools, etc.).
- Testing procedures: Build and setup test rigs for mechanical and/or electrical tests across multiple teams (Hardware, Systems, Devs...etc.).
- Provides feedback, creates and implements processes and suggestions to new and/or improved workshop standards, protocols, and processes.
Required Qualifications
- At least 3- 6 years OEM Technician Experience
- At least 2 years diesel experience
- Solid diagnostics chops
- Valid US driver’s license and clean driving history.
- 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
- 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
- Experience with CAN bus issues
The hourly range for this position is $29.75 - $38.75. 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 an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.
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