Automotive Technician Training Program; Paid Training

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.

This is a paid‑training internship program for graduates of Automotive Technician programs or relevant experience, at a participating college with Rivian instructors. 24‑weeks, 40 hours per week with overtime and benefit eligible and full‑time placement upon successful completion. The Rivian Technical Trades Program is a pathway to grow our Field Service Team and work towards keeping the world adventurous forever. During the program, you will obtain hands‑on training at a Rivian Service center and receive exclusive instructional guidance in a classroom setting.

The program is designed to provide our students with the necessary tools to develop a successful career in the world of Electric Vehicles. Upon successfully completing the 24‑week program, you will receive a certificate and the opportunity to join the Rivian Field Service Team.

• Maintain enrollment throughout the 24‑week program.
• Complete a minimum of 40 hours per week: combined time between class sessions and on‑the‑job training, 5‑6 days a week, depending upon business needs.
• Maintain 90% attendance of all class sessions, lab activities, on‑site training, and any additional scheduled activities.
• Complete all required exams and lab assignments with a passing grade of 80% or higher.
• Assist Rivian Service Technicians with general repairs, mobile repairs, and any additional tasks requested from the service team.
• Improve efficiency in service procedures without compromising the quality and safety of the repair.
• Complete all Course Curricula Objectives.
• Demonstrate Rivian’s Compass Principles daily:
  Ask Why, Stay Open, Build Together, Zoom Out, Over Deliver.

• Automotive Technology Degree, Certificate or equivalent.
• 1+ years of work experience in an automotive repair role.
• Willingness to relocate upon successful completion of the program for full‑time placement at a Rivian Service Center.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems.
• Physical exertion may be required: sitting up to 2+ hours at a time, standing for up to 8+ hours a day, walking, bending, kneeling, laying, twisting, carrying, reaching, stretching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent use of hands for tools, data entry, communication.
• Communication skills via telephone, email, text or messaging applications.
• Ability to utilize web‑based programs in the Google Workspace (Docs, Gmail, Sheets).
• No drug or alcohol‑related driving incidents in the last 3 years.
• No more than 1 serious moving violation in the last 3 years.
• Valid driver’s license in state of residence.
• Must pass continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring.
• Must be able to relocate to any Rivian market across the United States after program completion and have flexibility with work schedule (AM shift, PM shift, weekends, holidays).
• Must be able to travel a minimum of 30% but up to 50% to our normal facility or other Service Centers.

The salary range for this role is USD $24.00–$24.00 per hour for Seattle, WA, Atlanta, GA, Allen, TX, Chicago, IL, Sacramento, CA, and Winston‑Salem, NC based applicants. The range is based on several factors including competencies, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs. Full‑time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package: paid vacation, paid sick leave, health insurance (life, medical, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, and more.

Part‑time employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment for full‑time, and the first of the month following 90 days for part‑time. For full details, visit

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 that requires accommodations, please email us at candi
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