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As the first AI-native auto retailer, we are building the next $100B+ automotive business, starting with electric vehicles.\nBased out of San Francisco and expanding nationwide, we are backed by leading investors and led by former tech & automotive professionals from Uber, Tesla, Rivian, Apple, Amazon, Carvana, J.P. Morgan, BCG, and more. After our recently completed Series B financing, we have raised around $200M in total equity and debt funding. We are growing rapidly and actively recruiting exceptional talent - to set a new frontier in the largest sector of the US retail economy.\nLearn more about us at evercars.com.\nAbout the Role\nAs Lead Technician, you’ll be the technical leader of Ever’s Irvine reconditioning operation. You’ll spend much of your time on complex diagnostics and repairs on electric and conventional vehicles. You’ll also coach technicians, write and improve shop SOPs, and partner with the Reconditioning Manager to improve throughput, quality and safety. 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