Adventure Readiness Specialist

Rivian • Memphis, TN

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, building emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. The company challenges what’s possible, reframing old problems and seeking new solutions in unknown areas. The team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. As an Adventure Readiness Specialist, you are a critical part of the Rivian Service team during peak seasonal periods, providing seamless care to keep owners focused on their adventure and their Rivians ready for the journey ahead. This role is on the front lines, helping navigate high-volume peaks and ensuring uninterrupted owner journeys. It also serves as an exciting entry point, offering a hands-on development experience specifically focused on preparing individuals for a future as a Service Technician.

Requirements

• A strong desire to learn, a high degree of adaptability, and a passion for working with your hands.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver’s license with no driving-related suspensions or revocation of Driver’s License (within a 3-5 year period).
• Ability to work a flexible 40-hour week, which may include varied shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical exertion may be required to perform occupational tasks (sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, carrying, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent use of hands for purposes of grasping and using tools correctly, entering data, writing communications, or calling customers or internal partners.
• Ability to see, read, and interpret documents such as governmental regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions or schematics.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma, GED, or other recognized high school equivalency credential preferred.
• Previous technical experience (e.g. automotive repair, mechanical maintenance, or electrical work) or experience in an adjacent technical industry (e.g. aviation, HVAC, or manufacturing) is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming vehicle inventory.
• Maintain the quality and delivery readiness of our vehicles through washing, detailing, and charging.
• Manage vehicle logistics, including lot organization, shuttling vehicles, and secure key management.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and highly organized service center environment, adhering to 5S principles.
• Assist technicians with basic vehicle repairs, focusing on Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) tasks and Express Lane work.
• Learn to safely use basic hand tools and power tools under direct supervision.
• Support the workshop by maintaining tool and equipment readiness.
• Participate in our TRAIL program—a guided path through hands-on learning, technical training, and professional growth.
• Receive mentorship and on-the-job training for the Service Technician role.
• Complete Rivian Learning Network (RLN) modules.
• Explore a dedicated pathway into a long-term career as a Service Technician.
• Maintain a flexible, “all-hands-on-deck” mindset by providing cross-functional support to other areas of the business as needed, ensuring overall site success while prioritizing primary technical training objectives.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance
• Opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

What This Job Offers

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