Adventure Readiness Specialist - Emeryville, CA

Rivian • Emeryville, CA

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About The Position

The Adventure Readiness Specialist is a seasonal-peak support role on Rivian’s Service team, helping manage surges in vehicle delivery and service demand so owners can continue their journeys. The position is also a hands-on development opportunity intended to prepare the successful candidate for a future Service Technician role.

The specialist contributes across vehicle and site operations, service production support, and training and career development. Work includes receiving and preparing vehicles, supporting basic repairs under technician supervision, keeping the service center organized, and participating in Rivian’s TRAIL program and Rivian Learning Network modules. The role may also provide cross-functional support to other business areas as needed while prioritizing technical training objectives.

Requirements

• Strong desire to learn, high adaptability, and passion for hands-on work.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• At least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license with no driving-related suspensions or revocation within the prior 3–5 years.
• Ability to work a flexible 40-hour week, potentially including varied shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, carrying, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands to grasp and use tools, enter data, write communications, or call customers and internal partners.
• Ability to see, read, and interpret documents such as regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, or schematics.
• Ability to interact regularly with customers and their families, third-party affiliates, and suppliers at Rivian facilities, on mobile service routes, or at community outreach events.

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.
• Organize vehicle lots, shuttle vehicles, and manage vehicle keys securely.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized service center while following 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.
• Maintain workshop tool and equipment readiness.
• Participate in the TRAIL program, including hands-on learning, technical training, and professional growth.
• Complete Rivian Learning Network (RLN) modules and receive mentorship and on-the-job training for the Service Technician role.
• Provide cross-functional support to other business areas as needed while prioritizing primary technical training objectives.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Life insurance
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Potential eligibility to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan
• Potential eligibility to participate in Rivian’s Employee Stock Purchase Program
• 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