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# Lead Technician at Ever

- **Company:** Ever
- **Location:** Irvine, CA
- **Posted:** 2026-06-30
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ever/jobs/5287989008

## Job description

## About the Job

Role: Lead Technician Location: Irvine, CA (Onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: $55-$60 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.

## About the Role

As the Lead Technician, you'll serve as the technical leader of Ever's reconditioning operation. This role combines advanced hands-on vehicle repair with leadership responsibilities, helping establish best-in-class shop standards while coaching technicians and improving operational efficiency.

You'll spend a significant portion of your time performing complex repairs and diagnostics while also developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), training technicians, improving quality, and partnering with the Reconditioning Manager to maximize shop throughput, safety, and customer satisfaction.

## What You'll Own

- Perform advanced diagnostics, repairs, and vehicle reconditioning on electric and conventional vehicles
- Serve as the technical escalation point for complex mechanical and electrical repairs
- Coach, mentor, and train technicians on repair quality, efficiency, safety, and OEM best practices
- Develop, document, and continuously improve shop SOPs, repair workflows, quality standards, and inspection processes
- Conduct quality control inspections before vehicles are released for sale
- Standardize repair procedures across the shop to improve consistency and reduce rework
- Lead technician onboarding and hands-on skills development
- Assist with workload planning and daily shop prioritization
- Partner with the Reconditioning Manager on productivity initiatives and continuous improvement projects
- Identify process bottlenecks and recommend operational improvements
- Ensure technicians follow OEM repair procedures and Ever quality standards
- Support implementation of lean shop practices, 5S organization, and workplace safety initiatives
- Monitor repair quality, comeback rates, and technician performance trends
- Assist with tooling recommendations and shop equipment improvements
- Document repairs accurately in Ever systems
- Maintain compliance with high-voltage safety procedures and OSHA standards
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing shop culture

## Qualifications & Fit

- 5+ years of automotive technician experience with demonstrated technical expertise
- Previous Lead Technician, Shop Foreman, Team Lead, or similar leadership experience preferred
- Experience training, coaching, or mentoring technicians
- Strong diagnostic abilities across electrical, mechanical, and drivability systems
- Experience creating or improving shop processes and repair standards
- Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
- Passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (21+ for road testing)

Technical Skills

- Advanced diagnostic skills using OEM and aftermarket scan tools
- Experience with EV platforms (Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, GM, Ford, Hyundai/Kia) preferred
- High-voltage safety certification preferred
- Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and service information
- Experience with brake, suspension, steering, drivetrain, HVAC, and electrical systems
- Experience developing repair documentation and SOPs
- ASE Master Technician and OEM EV certifications are a plus

Physical Requirements

- Stand and walk for extended periods
- Lift up to 50 pounds
- Bend, kneel, squat, crawl, and work underneath vehicles
- Operate lifts, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop machinery
- Safely drive and road test vehicles

## Benefits

- Competitive salary + performance bonus
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO
- 401(k) plan

Why Ever and this Role?

- Lead the technical direction of a rapidly growing EV reconditioning operation
- Help build scalable shop processes from the ground up
- Mentor the next generation of EV technicians
- Work with the latest EV technology
- Make a direct impact on vehicle quality, operational excellence, and customer experience

Ever is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

## About Ever

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Ever is an AI-native auto retail platform focused on electric vehicles, enabling customers to buy and sell EVs both online and in-person.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series A, $100M in total equity and debt funding raised)
- **Headquarters**: San Francisco, California, USA
- **Founded**: 2022
- **Founders**: Lasse-Mathias Nyberg (Co-Founder & CEO), Maximilian Quertermous (Co-Founder & COO), TJ Casner (Co-Founder & CTO)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Automotive retail (EV-focused), E-commerce, AI-powered operations
- Target customers: B2C – EV buyers and sellers across the U.S.
- Mission or purpose statement: "Redefining the possible with AI-native auto retail" and "building the next-generation auto retail platform"

## Products & Services
- **EV Sales (Online & In-Store)**: Full-service buying and selling of electric vehicles, including a physical showroom in San Francisco and a new location in Costa Mesa (Orange County). Customers can browse 200+ EV models and trims.
- **Instant Cash Offer (Buying)**: Ever buys cars directly from sellers for instant cash, with an online pre-qualification process.
- **Certified Pre-Owned EVs**: Each vehicle undergoes a 150-point inspection, battery health check, and Carfax history report.
- **Warranty & Guarantees**: 90-Day Limited Warranty and 7-Day Money Back Guarantee.
- **Financing**: Stress-free financing options available for buyers.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company).
- **Key Metric**: Total funding raised: $100M (equity and debt) after a recently completed Series A round.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Backed by "leading investors" (specific names not publicly listed in available sources); leadership team includes alumni from Uber, Tesla, Rivian, Lithia, Penske, Carvana, Lyft, Meta, J.P. Morgan, BCG.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Served 4,000+ customers to date.
  - Operating in 30+ U.S. states.
  - Expanded to a second location (Costa Mesa, CA) with "new locations across the U.S. coming soon."
  - Claims to have avoided 40,000+ tCO2 through EV adoption.
  - 50+ employees and actively hiring across 22 open roles (Engineering, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Finance).

## Competitive Advantages
- **AI-Native Operations**: The company describes itself as the "first AI-native auto retail platform," using AI to power both product and operations, differentiating from traditional dealerships or legacy online used car retailers.
- **EV Specialization**: Focus exclusively on electric vehicles, offering deep expertise, a curated selection of 200+ EV models, and specific battery health inspections.
- **Full-Stack Model**: Combines online marketplace with physical showrooms and service centers, providing a seamless omnichannel experience.
- **Strong Leadership Team**: Executive team with deep experience from top tech (Uber, Meta, Lyft) and automotive (Tesla, Rivian, Carvana, Lithia) companies.

## Strategic Focus
- **National Expansion**: Opening new locations across the U.S. beyond San Francisco and Costa Mesa.
- **Scaling AI & Technology**: Continuing to build out the AI-native platform to improve inventory management, pricing, and customer experience.
- **Growing Market Share in EVs**: Capturing the rapidly growing EV market as adoption increases.
- **Talent Acquisition**: Actively recruiting across all departments to support rapid growth.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-Driven**: Opportunity to work at the intersection of tech and sustainability, directly contributing to EV adoption (40,000+ tCO2 avoided).
- **High Growth Stage**: Recently closed Series A with $100M in funding, indicating strong financial runway and rapid scaling. The company aims to build "the next $100B+ automotive business."
- **Strong Engineering Culture**: Engineering team is based in a dedicated office at 525 Brannan Street in San Francisco, focused on "building the next generation of auto retail."
- **Hybrid/In-Office Policy**: Roles are location-specific (San Francisco, Costa Mesa, Irvine). Engineering and corporate roles appear to be based in SF; operations and sales roles are in-person at showrooms.
- **Notable Team**: Work alongside former professionals from Uber, Tesla, Rivian, Carvana, Meta, Lyft, BCG, and J.P. Morgan.
- **Diverse Roles**: 22 open positions across Engineering, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and People, offering opportunities for various career paths.

## Sources
1. [evercars.com](https://www.evercars.com/about-us)
2. [evercars.com](https://www.evercars.com/)
3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ever)
4. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/evercars)

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