Job Title: Automotive Mechanic Job Description
This role focuses on performing efficient, accurate automotive repairs and inspections in a professional repair shop environment. You will complete work as outlined on repair orders, support maintenance of incoming autonomous vehicle fleets, and follow established standards for safety, quality, and productivity. The position offers structured technical training, clear performance expectations, and the opportunity to grow your skills within a modern, technology-driven operation.
Responsibilities
Perform work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy, following established company standards.
Carry out minor repairs and parts replacements on a variety of vehicles.
Use a tire machine and wheel balancer to mount, dismount, and balance tires as required.
Follow instructions from lead technicians and shop foreman to meet shop demands, goals, and key performance indicators.
Communicate with the parts department to identify, request, and obtain required parts for repairs.
Save and tag parts from jobs when required for warranty purposes or at the request of the technical team.
Examine assigned vehicles to determine whether additional safety or service work is required or recommended.
Inform the lead technician promptly if additional work is needed, if work originally outlined is not necessary, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
Document all work performed and all recommended services clearly and accurately on the repair order.
Participate in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, including required training sessions in Chandler, Arizona.
Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn new procedures and technologies and grow with the organization.
Inspect and test drive newly delivered vehicles to identify obvious damage, missing major components, and drivability concerns.
Follow established pre-delivery processes to ensure vehicles meet required standards before release.
Report machinery defects or malfunctions to the lead technician promptly to prevent downtime or safety issues.
Ensure customer vehicles remain clean and notify the lead technician immediately if anything occurs that changes the appearance or condition of a vehicle.
Keep the shop area neat, organized, and clean to support a safe and efficient work environment.
Maintain accountability for all dealership-owned tools and manuals, returning them to their proper place and ensuring they remain in good condition.
Stay current with and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including hazardous waste disposal and OSHA Right-to-Know requirements.
Operate all tools and equipment safely and according to established procedures.
Report any safety issues or concerns immediately to management.
Meet productivity, efficiency, and other performance metrics and KPIs established by leadership.
Support other tasks and assignments as needed to ensure smooth shop operations.
Essential Skills
Minimum of 1 year of experience working in an automotive repair shop.
Hands-on experience with auto maintenance and repair, including basic mechanical work.
Ability to perform troubleshooting and diagnostic testing on vehicles.
Proficiency in automotive repair, including identifying and resolving mechanical issues.
Experience with preventive maintenance procedures for vehicles.
Ability to use a tire machine and wheel balancer safely and effectively.
Strong communication skills to coordinate with lead technicians, shop foreman, parts department, and management.
Ability to accurately document work performed and recommended services on repair orders.
Capability to follow detailed instructions and established processes.
Commitment to meeting productivity, efficiency goals, and other KPIs set by leadership.
Knowledge of safe operation of tools and equipment in an automotive shop environment.
Understanding of regulatory compliance related to hazardous waste disposal and OSHA Right-to-Know requirements.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience as a maintenance technician or in a similar automotive maintenance role.
Background in diagnostic testing and advanced troubleshooting of automotive systems.
Familiarity with pre-delivery inspection processes and standards.
Comfort working with evolving vehicle technologies, including autonomous and advanced fleet vehicles.
Willingness to travel for training and participate in manufacturer-sponsored training programs.
Strong attention to detail in inspecting vehicles for damage, missing components, and drivability issues.
Demonstrated reliability in maintaining tools, equipment, and manuals in proper condition.
Proactive approach to identifying and reporting machinery defects and safety issues.
Motivated to learn new systems, tools, and procedures as the operation grows.
Why Work Here?
You join a modern, technology-forward operation that invests in your development through structured, manufacturer-sponsored training, including a dedicated two-week program with certified technical trainers. The environment supports continuous learning, clear performance expectations, and opportunities to grow your skills working on cutting-edge vehicle platforms. You benefit from a team-oriented culture where safety, professionalism, and collaboration are highly valued, and where training classes are intentionally kept to manageable sizes to ensure personalized, hands-on instruction.
Work Environment
You will work at a depot facility in San Francisco, supporting maintenance of incoming autonomous vehicles in a professional shop setting. The role involves operating standard automotive tools and equipment, including tire machines, wheel balancers, and diagnostic tools, while adhering to strict safety and regulatory standards. The shop emphasizes cleanliness and organization, with clear expectations for maintaining a neat work area and protecting customer vehicles. Multiple shifts are available, including Shift A (7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.), Shift B (3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.), and Shift C (11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.), providing options for different schedules. New hires participate in a structured training process, traveling to Arizona for approximately two weeks to train with a certified technical trainer. Training classes typically include 6 to 9 participants, allowing for focused, hands-on learning in a controlled environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of San Francisco, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in San Francisco,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
