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Rivian

Makes electric pickups, SUVs and delivery vans

Field Service Technician

Automotive Mechanical Repair & MaintenanceUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeRichmond, BC, Canada

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma, GED, or recognized high school equivalency credential is preferred.
  • An automotive journeyperson licence and Red Seal are strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency with hand tools and power tools is required.
  • Applicants must be at least 21 years old and hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record, with no driving-related suspensions or revocations within a 3–5 year period.
  • Ability to drive a non-commercial truck and trailer is preferred.
  • Availability for a 40-hour work week, which may include weekends, holidays, and early morning, evening, or overnight shifts based on business needs, is required.
  • Proficiency with laptops or computers in Windows or Mac environments is required.
  • Applicants must be able to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, walking, and frequent hand use for grasping tools and data entry; duties may also involve bending, kneeling, carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
  • Fluent spoken and written English is required.
  • Applicants must be able to read and interpret governmental regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and schematics.
  • Hands-on automotive shop work experience is strongly preferred, but recent automotive graduates are encouraged to apply; the role is open to candidates from entry-level through career-technician experience levels.
  • Experience in electric vehicle or hybrid repair is a plus.
  • Experience in start-up environments is preferred.
  • Experience with parts departments, billing, and work order management systems is preferred.
  • Technicians need a foundational understanding of basic electricity theory, safe use of a digital volt-ohm meter for circuit measurements, and ability to read and use electrical schematics for diagnostics; advanced proficiency includes automotive electronics, CAN and LIN networks, complex fault diagnosis, and wiring repairs to manufacturer standards.
  • Technicians must understand high-voltage system risks and safely power down and work on those systems using appropriate personal protective equipment; knowledge of high-voltage components and monitoring systems is needed, with advanced capability in diagnosing charging, isolation, and interlock-loop faults using manufacturer diagnostic processes.
  • Technicians should be proficient in fundamental chassis service, including tire mounting and balancing, vehicle alignments, brake-component replacement, and diagnosis of mechanical suspension components; advanced capability includes traction control, anti-lock braking, power steering, and noise, vibration, and harshness concerns.
  • Technicians must service vehicle thermal systems, including coolant drain-and-fill and safe refrigerant handling with 609 certification; a comprehensive understanding of air-conditioning systems and components is expected, with ability to use an A/C machine and diagnose cooling, air-conditioning, and HVAC issues.
  • Working knowledge of advanced driver assistance systems, including their features and operation, is required; technicians must be able to replace system components and perform calibrations, with advanced understanding of system functionality, limitations, and sensor roles.
  • The role requires capability related to vehicle body and glass work, including assisting with glass removal and installation, safely replacing windshields and other glued body fixtures, adjusting body panels to specified tolerances, and diagnosing and repairing wind noise and water leaks.

Responsibilities

  • Perform or assist with assigned vehicle diagnosis, repairs, installations, and inspections at a service center or in the field at customer homes, businesses, or other convenient locations.
  • Identify and explain the Rivian product line, electric-vehicle framework, tools, and accessories.
  • Use available technical resources to follow Rivian repair procedures efficiently without compromising quality or safety.
  • Conduct road tests to verify repair quality.
  • Manage parts operations, including ordering, receiving, shipping, and inventory.
  • Identify areas for improvement and provide feedback to senior technicians or leadership.
  • Support service campaigns and containment initiatives.
  • Document all work and technical notes for internal and external use.
  • Work collaboratively and maintain high-quality work with minimal supervision.
  • Communicate professionally in customer-facing situations.
  • Maintain current technical skills and complete required training.
  • Interact as needed with customers and their families, third-party affiliates, and suppliers at Rivian facilities, on mobile service routes, or at community outreach events.

Desired Qualifications

  • Ability to drive a non-commercial truck and trailer.
  • Hands-on automotive shop work experience.
  • Experience in electric vehicle or hybrid repair.
  • Experience in start-up environments.
  • Experience with parts departments, billing, and work order management systems.

About the Company

Rivian

Makes electric pickups, SUVs and delivery vans

Rivian designs and builds electric pickup trucks, SUVs, and delivery vans, pairing off-road ability with electronics and software it develops itself. In 2021, its R1T became the first fully electric pickup truck on the US consumer market, ahead of larger rivals such as Ford and Tesla. It makes the R1T pickup, the R1S and R2 SUVs, and commercial vans in Normal, Illinois, and sells them directly online and in its own stores rather than through dealers. Its vehicles run on Rivian's own software, which gains features through updates sent over the internet, and most revenue comes from vehicle sales, with service and optional software adding more. Rivian was founded in 2009 and is based in Irvine, California.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Irvine, CA
Founded
2009

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