Robot Service Technician Assistant

Avride

San Angelo, TX

On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for entry-level candidates with mechanical aptitude who can manage fieldwork and collaborate in a team-oriented environment.

Best fit for

Entry-level candidates with mechanical repair experience and interest in robotics and EV service
— “This part-time and weekend-based role is the perfect starting point for individuals looking to build a career in robotics and electro-mechanical assembly.”
Individuals who can work in varied field environments and maintain attention to detail
— “Comfortable working in varied field environments.”
Those with a logical problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn foundational robotics skills
— “This part-time and weekend-based role is the perfect starting point for individuals looking to build a career in robotics.”

Things to consider

Weekend-based schedule may not suit candidates with weekday commitments or preferences
— “Shifts will cover the weekend days (Saturday and Sunday).”
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and cannot expect relocation or sponsorship
— “Candidates are required to be authorized to work in the U.S. The employer is not offering relocation, sponsorship”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with mechanical repairs and EV service in your resume and interview responses
— “Perform mechanical repairs: Assist with and execute basic repairs on the robot fleet.”
Emphasize your ability to manage power cycles and ensure maximum fleet readiness
— “Put robots/batteries on chargers for the night: Manage power cycles to ensure maximum fleet readiness.”
Showcase your attention to detail and logical problem-solving in your work history or projects
— “Strong attention to detail and a logical approach to problem-solving.”
Demonstrate your ability to maintain a clean and organized workspace as a key part of your role
— “Keep workshop clean and tidy: Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient workspace for the entire technical team.”
Position yourself as a field-ready technician with a focus on preparation and maintenance
— “Prepare robots for the shift: Ensure all hardware and software are ready for daily deployment.”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

preparing robots for deployment
performing mechanical repairs
implementing service campaigns

Typical background

roboticselectro-mechanical assemblymechanical engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

RoboticsElectro-mechanical AssemblyMechanical RepairsCalibrations

Preferred

Electric Vehicle ServiceAutomotive RepairElectronics

Stack & domain

Robot MaintenanceElectro-mechanical AssemblyBattery ManagementMechanical RepairsCalibrationsTeamworkProblem-solvingCommunicationAttention To DetailRoboticsDelivery Services

About the role

Original posting from Avride via Greenhouse

Shift: Full time 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday AM schedule of 9am-5pm with some weekend flexibility.
About the Team
Since 2017, Avride has been building expertise in autonomous technologies to create solutions that address current needs and anticipate future demands. We are a U.S.-based autonomous vehicle startup headquartered in Austin, Texas with additional R&D hubs around the world. Our company develops and operates both autonomous cars and delivery robots that share technologies and mutually benefit from each other’s advancements — a unique approach in the industry.
About the Role
Avride is preparing to launch a fleet of autonomous delivery robots at multiple campuses across the U.S. and we are hiring a motivated, entry-level Robot Service Technician Assistant to support this exciting deployment. In this role, you will support the daily operations, maintenance, and preparations of our delivery robots. This part-time and weekend-based role is the perfect starting point for individuals looking to build a career in robotics and electro-mechanical assembly. You will ensure our fleet is ready for deployment while learning foundational skills needed to advance in our rapidly growing industry.
This position is employed through our staffing partner and offers weekly pay.
Schedule:
Shifts will cover the weekend days (Saturday and Sunday.) Most campuses offer approximately 16 hours per weekend, split across Saturday and Sunday. Shifts are generally around 8 hours per day, with both a morning/afternoon shift and an afternoon/late-evening shift available. Exact hours vary by campus.
What You’ll Do
Prepare robots for the shift: Ensure all hardware and software are ready for daily deployment.
Put robots/batteries on chargers for the night: Manage power cycles to ensure maximum fleet readiness.
Clean robots: Maintain physical appearance and protect sensitive external hardware.
Perform mechanical repairs: Assist with and execute basic repairs on the robot fleet.
Perform service campaigns: Help implement widespread hardware or software updates across the fleet.
Assist remote support coordinators: Act as the hands-on field contact for the remote tracking team.
Perform calibrations and wheel alignment: Ensure sensors and chassis components are properly tuned for safe navigation.
Keep workshop clean and tidy: Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient workspace for the entire technical team.
What You’ll Need
Comfortable working in varied field environments.
Ability to lift and move items over 50 pounds safely.
Strong attention to detail and a logical approach to problem-solving.
Team-oriented mindset with strong communication and collaboration skills.
Nice to Have
General computer literacy.
Introductory background or interest in electric vehicle (EV) service, automotive repair, or electronics.
Candidates are required to be authorized to work in the U.S. The employer is not offering relocation, sponsorship, and remote work options are not available.
Avride is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to ensure they have equal access to employment opportunities. Avride complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with the application or hiring process, or to perform the essential functions of a job, please email jobs@avride.ai.

Source: Avride careers (Greenhouse)