Remanufacturing Technician
Listed on 2026-07-05
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Remanufacturing Technician
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.
Working together with your team, the Remanufacturing Technician will be responsible for the disassembly and reassembly of selected Rivian powertrain and electric components returned from Service Centers. The Remanufacturing Technician will safely and accurately record the condition of returned components during the disassembly of EV propulsion systems (HV battery packs, Drive Units, and Power Electronics). During remanufacturing and reassembly, the Remanufacturing Technician will be responsible for recording critical data to track reliability and quality.
Ideal candidates would be one who is open to new ideas and loves to continuously learn. To be successful in this role you must have a customer-first approach, a quality core, and a team centered mentality.
- Primarily responsible disassembly, recording condition, and assembly of field return parts
- Support cross-functional teams to identify the root cause of issues
- Assist Sr. Remanufacturing Technicians with part receiving tests, repairs, and end of line tests
- Inspect, identify, and accurately report inspection findings
- Meet production goals
- Support campaign and containment activities
- Perform work in accordance with standard methods
- Promote and maintain a safe and organized (5S) working environment
- Support production activities as necessary
- Embody a collaborative team spirit in an ever-changing environment – working with field service, production, and product development teams to strengthening organizational learning
- Ability to properly document repairs completed and in process
- Additional plant support, including travel, may be required depending on business need
High School Diploma, GED, or other recognized high school equivalency credential required Ability to identify electrical and mechanical components used in EV propulsion systems (mechanical and electrical) Basic understanding of testing low or high voltage electrical circuits Ability to properly operate hand tools including powered and non-powered torque wrenches Strong, verbal, and written communication and organization skills When necessary, able to convert to a production-oriented mindset and to meet output requirements.
Ability to support alternate shifts and work schedules, if needed Minimum age of 21 No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License (within a 3-5 year period) Ability to read and speak fluent English No drug or alcohol related driving incidents in the last 3 years No more than 1 serious moving violation in the last 3 years Must have a valid driver's license in the state of residence that you will be driving/operating a vehicle Will be subject to continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring Ability to stand for 8-10 hours per day Frequent use of hands to handle or feel material during quality inspections and performing day to day responsibilities Occasionally required to climb, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch Required to communicate using telephone and/or e-mail Ability to read, view, and interpret documents such as safety rules, SOPs, and repair instructions Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to perform all duties in a working environment that may contain dust, high noise levels, hot and cold weather Commitment to travel about 5% of the time
The hourly rate for this role is between $25.36 to $33.13 per hour for Kentucky based applicants. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees.
You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian's 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements.
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