Field Service Technician - Night Shift - Fort Myers, FL (Future Consideration)

Rivian•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

Rivian is hiring an emerging- to mid-level technician to support electric vehicle repairs, inspections, and field service operations while developing technical skills under the mentorship of senior technicians and leadership. The position is based primarily at a local service center, but may involve remote work, mobile service travel, or support for plant operations as business needs evolve. The schedule is Monday through Friday with rotational Saturdays, working 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. The role includes a 15% pay differential for hours worked between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. The hourly pay range for Florida applicants is $23.63–$32.54. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual performance bonus. Rivian offers eligible full-time and part-time employees and their families a benefits package that includes paid vacation, paid sick leave, and insurance benefits. Eligible employees may also participate in the company’s 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Requirements

Minimum age of 21.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record, with no suspensions or revocations within the past 3–5 years.
Availability for a standard 40-hour workweek, including 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 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 theory, including high- versus low-voltage awareness; basic circuit measurement tools such as a DVOM; and introductory electrical schematic reading.
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.
0–3 years of hands-on experience in an automotive shop or technical environment; recent graduates are welcome.
Basic exposure to electric vehicle or hybrid frameworks.
Experience working in a fast-paced start-up environment.

Responsibilities

Perform or assist with assigned vehicle diagnosis, repairs, installations, and inspections at a service center, on a mobile route, or at a remote location.
Learn the product line, electric vehicle framework, tools, and accessories, build peer relationships, and work under the mentorship of senior technicians.
Use available technical resources and follow repair procedures while maintaining quality and safety.
Conduct post-repair road tests to verify repair quality and vehicle 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.
Engage in required training, keep technical skills current, and maintain high-quality work with increasing independence.