Field Service Technician - Redwood City, CA

VetJobs•Redwood City, CA

2d•$28 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Rivian is hiring an emerging to mid-level Field Service Technician to develop technical skills while delivering a strong customer experience. The role supports electric vehicle repairs, inspections, and field service operations, with mentorship from senior technicians and leadership. It 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 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, attention to detail, and eagerness to learn.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and lift 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 electrical theory, including high-voltage 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 startup environment.

Responsibilities

Perform or assist with vehicle diagnosis, repairs, installations, and inspections at a service center, on a mobile route, or at a remote location.
Learn to identify and explain Rivian’s product line, EV framework, tools, and accessories while building peer relationships and working under senior-technician mentorship.
Use available technical resources and follow repair procedures 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 or outreach events.
Identify process improvements, provide constructive feedback to mentorship leads, and participate in service campaigns or containment initiatives.
Participate in required training, maintain current technical skills, and perform high-quality work with minimal supervision as experience increases.