Technician Trainee Fuel Systems (Level 1)

Start your career in clean-energy inspection. Well get you certified.

ABOUT THE ROLE

If you know your way around trucks trailers or mechanical systems this is how you break into a specialized field that most technicians never get access to.

As a Technician Trainee Fuel Systems (Level 1) youll work alongside certified inspectors learning Modal Acoustic Emission (MAE) testing an advanced in-demand method for evaluating compressed natural gas and hydrogen storage systems. The Level 1 designation is the defined entry point into a structured certification pathway. This role is built for someone who wants to grow.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Assist with visual inspections and setup of MAE test equipment under a certified Level 2 or Level 3 technician
• Collect and record test data ensuring compliance with established inspection procedures
• Troubleshoot and repair Quantum fuel systems at our Midland Texas facility.
• Conduct maintenance on customer vehicles trailers and alternative-fuel systems
• Write service reports and contribute to technical documentation
• Travel domestically for inspections and field service

YOUR BACKGROUND FITS IF YOUVE WORKED IN

• Truck trailer or heavy equipment repair
• Industrial maintenance or assembly
• Automotive or fleet service technology
• Field service or installation work

• High school diploma or equivalent; ASE certification or technical school preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort following technical procedures and documentation
• Valid drivers license with a clean record; Class A CDL with air brake endorsement (or ability to obtain one)
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office basics: Outlook Excel Word
• Fluent in English written and verbal
• Able to travel and work in varying field conditions
• Able to pass the Texas RRC CNG Service Installation exam (well support your prep)

Bonus: Experience with high-pressure gas systems or an existing TRRC CNG certification will set you apart.

Additional Preferred

• Associates degree in an engineering field or equivalent industry. NDT (Non Destructive Testing) experience accepted.
• Basic understanding of nondestructive testing principles and acoustic emission.
• Certification: MAE Level 1 (per ASNT ISO 9712 or equivalent) preferred but not required training will be provided.
• Candidate lives close to the worksite (Midland / Odessa Texas area).

Physical Requirements

This position involves both office and field work. Duties may include working from heights standing walking sitting kneeling crouching working in elevated spaces. Frequent use of hands is required for handling tools sensors and computer equipment. Vision requirements include color vision close and distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The role may involve lifting up to 50 pounds working outdoors in varying weather conditions and traveling to customer sites domestically.

A post-offer pre-employment color vision screening will be conducted.

WHY QUANTUM

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Retirement plan with company match
• Growing company in a growing industry; clean energy is expanding
• Meaningful work helping ensure cleaner safer fuel systems for commercial fleets

• Health care plans (medical dental & vision) - choose from 2 PPO medical plans
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Retirement plan (401k) with company match
• Life insurance (basic voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid time off (vacation sick & selected holidays)
• Family leave (maternity/paternity)
• Short & long term disability plans

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

Quantum Fuel Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and accessible workplace. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees can thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin ancestry citizenship status uniform service member and veteran status marital status pregnancy age protected medical condition genetic information disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws Quantum Fuel Systems provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of employment including the application and interview process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of a job or to participate in the application process please contact Human Resources at so that we may engage in the interactive process to identify an appropriate accommodation.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance where applicable.

Required Experience:

Intern