Rivian Technical Trades Training Program – Become an EV Technician!

Are you ready to launch your next career in an industry that’s shaping the future?
Cal EPIC, in partnership with Rivian Automotive, is offering a unique opportunity to get paid while you train to become a Rivian Service Technician. This excelling company is growing their locations all over the United States and has a high demand for employees. To support their growth they launched a 12 week paid training program to teach individuals how to become a service technician. We recruit for classes every 4 weeks so go ahead and apply at any time as the recruiters just go down the list!
Course Details:
- 12 weeks (8 weeks at Cal EPIC + 4 weeks at Rivian Service Center
- With successful Completion, leads to full time employment as a Rivian service Technician
- Paid training at $24/hour
- Learn how to do all the maintenance and repairs on these vehicles
- In person
- 7:30am – 3:30pm M-F (with holiday PTO)
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“Before Rivian I was searching for something more than just work, I needed a career and a future. My favorite part of this program is that I get to grow with Rivian. The company is starting from the ground up and I’m grateful to have the opportunity to grow as it does.
Julie, Forklift and Rivian Technical Trades Training Graduate
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Basic Knowledge of Electrical Systems Preferred
- Physical exertion may be required to perform occupational tasks (sitting up to 2 or more hours at a time, standing for up to 8 or more hours a day, walking, bending, kneeling, laying, twisting, carrying, reaching, stretching, 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
- Required to, communicate using telephone, email, text or via messaging applications
- Ability to utilize web base programs, Excel, Smartsheets and Microsoft Word
- 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
- Will be subject to and must pass continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring
- Must be able to relocate to any of our markets across the United States after program completion and have flexibility with work schedule (AM shift, PM shift, weekends, and possible holidays)
- Must be able to travel a minimum of 30% but up to 50% to our Normal facility or other Service Centers across
Role Summary
Our Rivian Technical Trades Program is a pathway to grow our Field Service Team and work towards keeping the world adventurous forever. In joining the journey to become a Rivian Field Service Technician, you will learn the fundamental skills to be successful in a high-paced and technologically driven environment. 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 our six-month program, you will receive a certificate and the opportunity to join the Rivian Field Service Team.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a 3.0 GPA
- Complete a minimum of 40hrs per week: combined time between class sessions and on-the-job training, 5-6 days a week, depending upon business needs.
- 90% attendance of all class sessions, lab activities, on-site training, and any additional scheduled activities.
- Complete all required exams and lab assignments by receiving a passing grade of 80% or higher
- Maintain a good standing with their driving record during the program
- 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: Come Together, Ask Why, Stay Open, Zoom Out, Over Deliver
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.
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