EV Reconditioning Technician I

Ever
Irvine, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for entry-level automotive technicians who want to build EV-specific skills and work in a high-growth, hands-on environment.

Best fit for

  • Entry-level automotive graduates eager to learn EV systems and work in a fast-paced, high-volume setting
    — “This is an entry point into a fast-growing EV career”
  • Candidates with mechanical aptitude and a commitment to quality work in a collaborative team environment
    — “Detail-oriented, with real pride in quality work”
  • Individuals seeking structured career growth with opportunities to advance to high-voltage diagnostics
    — “Launch an EV career with a clear, structured path to Senior Technician”

Things to consider

  • Must be willing to obtain high-voltage safety certification if not already possessing it
    — “willingness to obtain certification (Ever supports this)”
  • Role requires working onsite in Irvine, CA, with no mention of remote options
    — “Location: Irvine, CA (Onsite)”
  • Candidates must be 21+ to road test vehicles as part of the role
    — “must be 21+ to road test per policy”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with multi-make reconditioning and EV-specific coursework in your resume and interview
    — “Experience servicing EVs (Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, etc.) a plus”
  • Emphasize your ability to follow procedures and complete quality checks accurately
    — “Complete pre-delivery and post-reconditioning quality checks”
  • Showcase your willingness to learn and grow with EV systems and diagnostics
    — “Build rare, high-demand EV technical expertise from day one”
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What success looks like

  • perform routine maintenance and reconditioning tasks
  • assist with inspections and basic diagnostics
  • document all work accurately
  • maintain a clean workspace
Typical background
recent graduate of an accredited automotive program0-2 years of automotive technician experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Automotive Technician ExperienceBasic RepairsHigh-voltage Safety AwarenessMechanical AptitudeUse Of Hand ToolsDetail-oriented

Preferred

Experience Servicing EvsMulti-make Reconditioning Experience

Stack & domain

Basic Electrical TheorySafe Use Of A DVOM (multimeter)BrakesSuspension And SteeringTire And Alignment BasicsService ProceduresRepair OrdersEvs (tesla, Rivian, Lucid, Etc.)Multi-make, High-volume ReconditioningMechanical AptitudeWillingness To LearnDetail-orientedReliableCoachableTeam PlayerPassion For Evs And Future MobilityASE Entry-levelAutomotiveEV Reconditioning

About the role

Original posting from Ever via Greenhouse

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

Source: Ever careers (Greenhouse)

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