Field Service Technician - Nashville, TN

VetJobs • Nashville, TN

7d • $23 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Rivian is hiring an emerging- to mid-level Field Service Technician to support electric vehicle repairs, inspections, and field service operations while developing technical skills under the mentorship of senior technicians and leaders. The role is based primarily at a local service center and may also involve remote work, mobile service travel, or support for plant operations as business needs evolve. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and deliver a professional customer experience.

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, potentially including weekends, holidays, early mornings, evenings, or overnights 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 work order management systems.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, eagerness to learn, and high attention to detail.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Foundational understanding of basic electricity, including awareness of high- versus low-voltage systems; basic circuit measurement tools (DVOM); and introductory exposure to 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 vehicle diagnosis, 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 with senior technician mentors.
• Use available technical resources and follow repair procedures efficiently while maintaining quality and safety.
• Conduct post-repair road tests to verify repair quality and operational 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 process improvements, 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 decreasing supervision as experience increases.

Benefits

• May be eligible for an annual performance bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed