Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic - Autonomous Fleet at Trucking People - Now Hiring! in Austin, TX

Job description

• Location: Austin, TX
• Job Type: Full-Time Contract (W-2)
• Pay: $25–$30/hour
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Contract: 12+ months / Indefinite
• Build the Technology Behind Autonomous Vehicles
• We’re hiring Autonomous Vehicle Technicians in Austin to support the retrofit, integration, and production of autonomous vehicle systems.
• This is a hands-on automotive technician role for candidates with mechanical and electrical experience who enjoy troubleshooting vehicles, installing components, working with tools, and following technical procedures.
• You’ll work alongside engineering, quality, and operations teams to help prepare and maintain vehicles used in autonomous driving development.

Responsibilities

• Install and integrate sensors, wiring harnesses, compute modules, and AV hardware
• Perform vehicle retrofits, hardware updates, and system integrations
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues
• Use multimeters, diagnostic equipment, and mechanical/electrical tools
• Perform rework and correct build issues
• Read and follow wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and SOPs
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work
• Maintain tools, equipment, and inventory
• Work efficiently while maintaining quality and safety standards
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams

Requirements

• Hands-on automotive, mechanical, or electrical experience
• Experience using mechanical/electrical tools and diagnostic equipment
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams or technical drawings
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced workshop or production environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on vehicles for extended periods
• Valid driver’s license required — a copy must be provided with your application
• Automotive service or vehicle repair
• EV or hybrid vehicle systems
• Autonomous vehicle technology
• LiDAR, radar, or camera sensors
• Low-voltage or high-voltage electrical systems
• Wiring harnesses, connectors, or electronic modules
• Vehicle retrofit or installation work
• Soldering, crimping, or basic fabrication
• Electrical diagnostics and troubleshooting

Skills

Required

• Strong attention to detail
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred

• Automotive service or vehicle repair
• EV or hybrid vehicle systems
• Autonomous vehicle technology
• LiDAR, radar, or camera sensors
• Vehicle retrofit or installation work