Adventure Readiness Specialist

Rivian • Eagan, MN

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About The Position

The Adventure Readiness Specialist is a seasonal, hands-on role on Rivian’s Service team, supporting the company during peak delivery and service demand periods. The role helps maintain vehicle readiness and provide owners with seamless service. It is also an entry point designed to prepare the employee for a future Service Technician position through technical training, mentorship, and on-the-job experience.

The specialist contributes across vehicle and site operations, service production support, and career development. Work includes processing and preparing vehicles, supporting technicians with basic repair tasks under supervision, and maintaining workshop and service-center readiness. The role may involve interaction with customers, their families, third-party affiliates, and suppliers at Rivian facilities, on mobile service routes, or at community outreach events.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have a valid driver’s license with no driving-related suspensions or revocations within the stated 3–5 year period.
• Be able to work a flexible 40-hour week, which may include varied shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Be able to perform physical tasks that may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, carrying, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently use hands to grasp and use tools, enter data, write communications, or call customers or internal partners.
• Be able to see, read, and interpret documents such as regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, or schematics.
• Demonstrate a strong desire to learn, adaptability, and a passion for hands-on work.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or other recognized high school equivalency credential.
• Previous technical experience, such as automotive repair, mechanical maintenance, or electrical work.
• Experience in an adjacent technical industry, such as aviation, HVAC, or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming vehicle inventory.
• Wash, detail, and charge vehicles to maintain quality and delivery readiness.
• Manage vehicle logistics, including lot organization, vehicle shuttling, and secure key management.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized service-center environment in accordance with 5S principles.
• Assist technicians with basic vehicle repairs, particularly Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) tasks and Express Lane work.
• Learn to use basic hand tools and power tools safely under direct supervision.
• Support workshop readiness by maintaining tools and equipment.
• Participate in the TRAIL program, including hands-on learning, technical training, and professional growth.
• Complete Rivian Learning Network (RLN) modules.
• Receive mentorship and on-the-job training for a Service Technician role.
• Provide cross-functional support to other business areas as needed while prioritizing technical training objectives.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance for eligible employees
• Opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• Opportunity to participate in Rivian’s Employee Stock Purchase Program, subject to eligibility requirements
• Potential eligibility for an annual performance bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED