Is the Fleet Technician role remote?

No — this is an on-site role in Lancaster, Texas.

How much experience is required?

1–3 years of relevant experience for this Fleet Technician role.

Where is the role based?

Kodiak Robotics is hiring for this position in Lancaster, Texas.

What's the tech stack?

Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Maintenance, autonomous vehicles, diagnostics, electrical repair, heavy duty diesel trucks.

Does Kodiak Robotics sponsor work visas for this role?

Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.

What seniority level is this role?

Kodiak Robotics targets junior candidates for this position.

Is this full-time or contract?

Full-time for this Fleet Technician role at Kodiak Robotics.

Fleet Technician at Kodiak Robotics

Joblaze summary

In the role of Fleet Technician at Kodiak Robotics, the individual will perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on vehicles and autonomous systems in a shop setting. Key skills include experience with heavy-duty diesel trucks, electrical repairs, and the ability to interpret schematics, alongside a willingness to learn about AV technology. This position is ideal for those with 1-3 years of relevant experience who are detail-oriented and eager to develop their technical skills in a structured environment. The team emphasizes safety and collaboration, contributing to Kodiak's mission in autonomous transportation.

Joblaze insights

Listed 9 days ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from Kodiak Robotics's career page.
Kodiak Robotics has 71 other open roles including Software Engineer, Controls (MATLAB), Winter 2027 Intern, Data Engineering, Class A CDL Driver.
35 active autonomous vehicles roles on Joblaze right now.
20 active diagnostics roles on Joblaze right now.
7 active Maintenance roles on Joblaze right now.
Typical autonomous vehicles salary we track runs $140,000–$180,000 (median $155,000, across 17 roles).

Quick facts

Is the Fleet Technician role remote?: No — this is an on-site role in Lancaster, Texas.
How much experience is required?: 1–3 years of relevant experience for this Fleet Technician role.
Where is the role based?: Kodiak Robotics is hiring for this position in Lancaster, Texas.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Maintenance, autonomous vehicles, diagnostics, electrical repair, heavy duty diesel trucks.
Does Kodiak Robotics sponsor work visas for this role?: Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
What seniority level is this role?: Kodiak Robotics targets junior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Fleet Technician role at Kodiak Robotics.

From the original posting

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.

As an Fleet Technician, you will execute maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair tasks across vehicle and autonomous (AV) systems in a shop environment.

You will complete assigned work orders, follow SOPs, and support day-to-day fleet operations to keep vehicles safe and operational. This role provides hands-on experience with AV systems, diagnostics, and maintenance workflows while working alongside experienced technicians.

What We’re Looking For

Experience

1–3 years of experience in fleet, automotive, or technical operations
Basic experience with maintenance or mechanical systems
Willingness to learn AV systems and diagnostics
Experience working on heavy duty diesel trucks and trailers
Hands-on electrical repair experience, including wiring harness repairs and connector termination
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Schedule

Must be willing to work a 10-hour shift from 2:00 PM–12:30 AM, Wednesday–Saturday

What You’ll Do

Safely operate company vehicles as an essential function of the position
Maintain a clean driving record that meets requirements for coverage under the company's auto insurance policy.

Work Order Execution

Execute maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting tasks on vehicles
Complete work orders accurately and on time
Perform inspections and basic repairs following SOPs

AV Systems Work

Work with AV components including sensors, diagnostics, and system checks under guidance
Capture logs, photos, and diagnostic data as required
Follow defined workflows for AV-related tasks and escalate issues

SOP & Quality

Follow SOPs to ensure safe and consistent execution
Complete required documentation for all work performed

Team Execution

Work under direction of Senior Technicians and Leads
Participate in shift briefs, debriefs, and handoffs
Escalate issues clearly and immediately

Nice to Have

Experience in a shop or garage environment
Exposure to autonomous vehicle systems or sensors
Familiarity with tools, inspections, or maintenance workflows

Mindset

Detail-oriented with a focus on safety and accuracy
Follows instructions and SOPs consistently
Communicates clearly and escalates issues quickly
Reliable and consistent in execution

Why Join Kodiak?

You will work hands-on with vehicles in a structured environment and gain experience with autonomous systems. This role provides the opportunity to build technical skills across diagnostics, maintenance, and AV technology while supporting fleet operations.

At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.

We use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team, and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1, 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed [here](https://endorsed.com/local-law-144). By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application, please contact careers@kodiak.ai with "Separate Review Request" in the email subject line.

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