About Rivian
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Role Summary
The Field Service Technician IV will be responsible for overdelivering on the internal and external customer experience at our service locations. The ideal candidate will possess the technical acumen and the ability to provide a strong level of customer service. If you're able to think quickly on your feet, have a go-getter attitude, possess great communication skills, and have a passion for adventure, then we want you on the team. You will be working with our internal partners every day to assist with service needs and coordinate with our Service, Vehicle and Delivery Operations, and Field Service Engineer teams. This role will require a dynamic and resourceful leader with excellent oral and written communications skills, who will foster cross functional interaction and champion a culture of continuous improvement to support Service teams and customers within a Service center. To be successful in this role, you must have a customer-first approach, thrive in ambiguous and unexpected environments, tackling all challenges with a creative and flexible mindset. Experience in automotive, process standardization, continuous improvement, and managing escalations is a plus.
Responsibilities
Follow Rivian repair procedures with efficiency without compromising quality and safety
Perform complex diagnosis, repairs, installations, and inspections on vehicles
Perform vehicle repairs in a setting outside of a service center
Conduct road tests on vehicles to ensure quality of the repair
Perform necessary parts operations such as parts ordering, receiving, shipping and inventory
Stay up to date with technical skills and required training
Support campaigns and containment initiatives
Maintain and process accurate expense reporting as needed
Maintain high quality work and efficiency while working with little supervision
Work with a collaborative attitude and team spirit in an ever-changing, dynamic environment
Provide service support to the field to support the Service organization
Ability to perform duties and communicate with a high level of professionalism, in a customer-facing environment
Ability to properly document repairs completed and in process
This role may transition from remote to on-site and require in-person work, on- site at the service center should one be opened within 90 miles or 2 hours of the employee's assigned remote work location.
Travel to locations to support as required until the local Service Center opens, including but not limited to, production plant
Operate remotely until the local service center opens, if applicable
Qualifications
HS Diploma or GED preferred
Graduated from an accredited automotive repair school preferred
Experience with leadership, mentorship, and influencing a team preferred
5 or more years of automotive experience preferred
3 or more years' experience working on vehicle high voltage systems and HV diagnostic work preferred
Proficient in navigating a laptop or computer in a windows or Mac environment
Experience using test tools (PICO-Scope, PCAN, Kavaser Memorator, breakout box etc)
Extensive experience in bumper-to-bumper diagnosis and repair
Ability to drive non-commercial truck and trailer preferred
Limited travel may be required depending on business need
Must possess a valid driver's license, and maintain a clean driving record
No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License (within a 3-5year period)
Parts department and billing experience preferred
Experience using a work order management system including repair documentation
Experience working in start-up environments preferred
Remains positive when dealing with difficult situations
Strong organizational and time management skills along with attention to detail
Physical exertion may be required to perform occupational tasks (sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, carrying, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.)
Frequent use of hands for purposes of grasping and using tools correctly, entering data, writing communications, or calling customers or internal partners
Ability to read and speak fluent English
Ability to see, read and interpret documents such as governmental regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions or schematics.
Minimum age of 21
Must be available for a regular schedule of 40 hours a week, including weekends and holidays, according to business need. Shifts may include evening, overnight, or early morning hours
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Equal Opportnity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at
[email protected].
