About the Job
Role: EV Reconditioning Technician I (Entry-Level)
Location: Irvine, CA (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $30-$38 Per Hour
About Ever
Ever is building the future of auto retail. As the first AI-native auto retail platform, we are building the next $100B+ automotive business, starting with electric vehicles. Our AI-native product and operations power our full-stack auto retail business, serving EV buyers and sellers across the nation, both online and offline.
Based out of San Francisco and expanding nationwide, we are backed by leading investors and led by former tech & automotive professionals from Uber, Tesla, Rivian, Lithia, Penske, Carvana, Lyft, Meta, J.P. Morgan, BCG, and more. After our recently completed Series A financing, we have raised $100M in total equity and debt funding. We are growing rapidly and actively recruiting exceptional talent to join our mission of building the next-generation auto retail platform. Learn more about us at evercars.com .
About the Role
This is an entry point into a fast-growing EV career. As an EV Reconditioning Technician I, you’ll handle the foundational maintenance and reconditioning work that gets every vehicle retail-ready, while building hands-on EV expertise under the direction of our senior technicians. It’s a role for someone early in their career who does clean, reliable work, takes coaching well, and wants to grow into high-voltage diagnostics over time. Recent graduates of accredited automotive programs are encouraged to apply.
What You’ll Do
- Perform routine maintenance and light reconditioning — brakes, tires, suspension and steering, fluids, filters, wipers, and 12V battery service
- Complete reconditioning tasks to prepare vehicles for retail sale under the guidance of senior technicians
- Assist with inspections and basic diagnostics, flagging issues for senior-tech review
- Follow OEM and Ever procedures for safe handling around high-voltage systems
- Complete pre-delivery and post-reconditioning quality checks
- Document all work accurately in Ever’s internal systems
- Support parts handling — receiving, staging, and inventory — as needed
- Build EV-specific skills through on-the-job training and manufacturer coursework
- Collaborate with recon, inventory, and logistics teams to hit throughput targets
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace
Qualifications & Fit
- 0–2 years of automotive technician experience, or a recent graduate of an accredited automotive program
- Able to perform basic repairs independently — brakes, tires, suspension, fluids, and filters
- High-voltage safety awareness, or willingness to obtain certification (Ever supports this)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and a genuine willingness to learn EV systems
- Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and basic scan tools
- Detail-oriented, with real pride in quality work
- Reliable, coachable, and a team player in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Passion for EVs and future mobility
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record (must be 21+ to road test per policy)
- High school diploma or GED preferred
Technical Skills
- Foundational understanding of basic electrical theory and safe use of a DVOM (multimeter)
- Comfortable with brakes, suspension and steering, and tire and alignment basics
- Ability to follow service procedures, checklists, and repair orders
- Experience servicing EVs (Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, etc.) a plus
- Multi-make, high-volume reconditioning experience (CarMax, Carvana, etc.) a plus
- ASE entry-level certification, or willingness to pursue A-series certifications, a plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary + performance bonus
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO
- 401(k) plan
Why Ever and this role?
- Launch an EV career with a clear, structured path to Senior Technician
- Work hands-on with the newest EV models
- Learn directly from senior diagnostic technicians
- Join the fastest-growing EV retailer in the U.S.
- Build rare, high-demand EV technical expertise from day one
- Direct impact on vehicle quality and customer experience
Ever is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
Next steps
We’re assembling a world-class team to change the future of auto retail and to build the next $100B+ company. If you’re excited by the massive opportunity, apply here: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ever