Field Service Technician, Night Shift
Rivian
About the Role
This position is for emerging to mid-level Technicians eager to grow technical acumen and deliver exceptional customer experiences. As part of a junior talent pipeline, you will work closely with senior technicians and leadership to support EV repairs, inspections, and field service operations. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments, possesses strong communication skills, and brings a passion for innovation and adventure. While based primarily at a local service center, this role may involve remote work, traveling for mobile service, or supporting plant operations as business needs evolve.
Key Responsibilities
- Vehicle Service & Repair: Perform or assist with assigned vehicle diagnosis, repairs, installations, and inspections—whether at a service center, mobile route, or remote location.
- Technical Guidance & Learning: Learn to identify and explain the product line, EV framework, tools, and accessories while establishing peer relationships and working under the mentorship of senior technicians.
- Procedure & Safety Adherence: Utilize available technical resources and follow repair procedures efficiently without compromising quality or safety.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct road tests on vehicles post-repair to verify repair quality and ensure operational safety.
- Parts & Operations Management: Assist with day-to-day parts operations, including ordering, receiving, shipping, inventory tracking, and work order/expense reporting.
- Documentation: Maintain proper, detailed technical notes and documentation for all completed and in-process repairs for internal and external use.
- Customer Interaction: Perform duties with high professionalism when interacting with customers, families, third-party affiliates, and suppliers at service facilities or outreach events.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify process areas for improvement, provide constructive feedback to mentorship leads, and participate in service campaigns or containment initiatives.
- Professional Growth: Actively engage in required training, stay current on evolving technical skills, and maintain high-quality work with minimal supervision as experience increases.
Qualifications
General & Operational Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED, or recognized equivalency credential preferred.
- Minimum age of 21 years old.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no suspensions or revocations within the past 3–5 years).
- Ability to drive a non-commercial truck and trailer is preferred.
- Availability for a standard 40-hour workweek, including potential shifts on weekends, holidays, early mornings, evenings, or overnights based on business needs.
- Flexibility for travel to regional locations or production facilities as needed.
- Proficient with laptops/computers in Windows or Mac environments, as well as work order management systems.
- Eagerness to learn, strong organizational skills, time management, and high attention to detail.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Education & Experience
- Graduation from an accredited automotive repair school/program is highly preferred.
- 0–3 years of hands-on experience in an automotive shop or technical environment; open to recent graduates looking to launch their career.
- Basic exposure to electric vehicle (EV) / hybrid frameworks, or experience working in fast-paced start-up environments is a plus.
Technical Foundations (Junior Level Focus)
- Electrical & Systems: Foundational understanding of basic electricity theory (high voltage vs. low voltage awareness), basic circuit measurement tools (DVOM), and introductory exposure to reading electrical schematics.
- Chassis & Maintenance: Familiarity with basic hand and power tools, entry-level tire repairs, and basic vehicle alignments.
- Diagnostics & Workflows: Basic understanding of diagnostic workflows and troubleshooting steps under guidance.
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly range for this role is $25.88 - $35.64 for Southern California based applicants.
- Night shift differential: 20% hourly shift differential on top of base hourly pay between 6 PM-6 AM.
- Comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time and part-time employees.