Robot Service Technician Assistant (Part Time Weekend AM and PM Shifts)

Avride
Corvallis, OR
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience in electro-mechanical assembly and a background in field operations.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with entry-level experience in mechanical repair or EV service and a willingness to work weekends
    — “entry-level Robot Service Technician Assistant to support this exciting deployment”
  • Individuals seeking foundational robotics skills in a collaborative, on-site environment
    — “Team-oriented mindset with strong communication and collaboration skills”
  • Those comfortable with physical labor and maintaining equipment in varied outdoor settings
    — “Comfortable working in varied field environments”

Things to consider

  • This role requires weekend availability and may not suit those needing weekday flexibility
    — “part-time weekend openings available for both AM and PM shifts”
  • No remote work options are available, requiring on-site presence at campuses
    — “remote support coordinators: [REDACTED] the hands-on field contact for the remote tracking team”
  • Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S., with no sponsorship or relocation offered
    — “Candidates are required to be authorized to work in the U.S.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with hardware/software maintenance and fieldwork in your resume and interview responses
    — “support the daily operations, maintenance, and preparations of our delivery robots”
  • Emphasize your ability to perform mechanical repairs and attention to detail in your application materials
    — “Perform mechanical repairs: Assist with and execute basic repairs on the robot fleet”
  • Demonstrate your organizational skills by showcasing examples of maintaining a clean and efficient workspace
    — “Keep workshop clean and tidy: Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient workspace”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • Maintained fleet readiness
  • Executed basic repairs
  • Performed service campaigns
Typical background
Entry-level experience in robotics or electro-mechanical assembly

Skills & requirements

Required

Robot MaintenanceElectrical RepairsMechanical RepairsFleet Management

Preferred

Computer LiteracyElectric Vehicle ServiceAutomotive RepairElectronics

Stack & domain

Autonomous TechnologiesDelivery RobotsElectro-mechanical AssemblyRobot MaintenanceRobot CalibrationTeamworkCommunicationProblem-solvingAttention To DetailRoboticsAutonomous VehiclesDelivery Services

About the role

Original posting from Avride via Greenhouse

Shift: We currently have part-time weekend openings available for both AM and PM shifts. Typical hours are Saturday and Sunday: 

AM: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

PM: 3:00 PM–11:30 PM

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)

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