Field Service Technician - Portland, OR

Rivian • Portland, OR

18h

About The Position

Rivian is hiring an emerging-to-mid-level Field Service Technician to support electric vehicle repairs, inspections, and field service operations. The technician will work under the mentorship of senior technicians and leadership, developing technical skills while providing an exceptional customer experience. The role is based primarily at a local service center, but may also involve remote work, mobile-service travel, or support for plant operations as business needs evolve.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 21.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record, with no suspensions or revocations within the past 3–5 years.
• Availability for a standard 40-hour workweek, with potential weekend, holiday, early morning, evening, or overnight shifts based on business needs.
• Flexibility to travel to regional locations or production facilities as needed.
• Proficiency with laptops and computers in Windows or Mac environments and with work order management systems.
• Eagerness to learn, strong organizational and time-management skills, and high attention to detail.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• 0–3 years of hands-on experience in an automotive shop or technical environment; recent graduates are welcome.
• Foundational understanding of basic electricity theory and high- versus low-voltage awareness.
• Basic familiarity with circuit measurement tools such as a DVOM and introductory exposure to reading electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with basic hand and power tools, entry-level tire repairs, and basic vehicle alignments.
• Basic understanding of diagnostic workflows and troubleshooting steps under guidance.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or recognized equivalency credential.
• Ability to drive a non-commercial truck and trailer.
• Graduation from an accredited automotive repair school or program.
• Basic exposure to electric vehicle or hybrid frameworks.
• Experience working in a fast-paced start-up environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform or assist with assigned vehicle diagnoses, repairs, installations, and inspections at service centers, on mobile routes, or at remote locations.
• Learn Rivian’s product line, EV framework, tools, and accessories while building peer relationships and working under senior-technician mentorship.
• Use technical resources and follow repair procedures efficiently while maintaining quality and safety.
• Conduct post-repair road tests to verify repair quality and vehicle safety.
• Assist with parts operations, including ordering, receiving, shipping, inventory tracking, and work order and expense reporting.
• Maintain detailed technical notes and documentation for completed and in-process repairs.
• Interact professionally with customers, families, third-party affiliates, and suppliers at service facilities and outreach events.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, provide constructive feedback to mentorship leads, and participate in service campaigns or containment initiatives.
• Participate in required training, keep technical skills current, and maintain high-quality work with increasing independence.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and 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