Robot Service Technician Assistant

Avride Inc.; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 8,700 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Avride is hiring an entry-level Robot Service Technician Assistant to support the deployment and maintenance of autonomous delivery robots. This part-time, weekend-based role offers hands-on training and the chance to build a career in robotics and electro-mechanical assembly.

Weekly pay is provided through our staffing partner, with shifts typically on Saturday and Sunday across multiple campuses. You will prepare robots, manage charging, perform basic repairs, and assist with calibrations and

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and move items over 50 pounds safely.
• Strong attention to detail and logical problem-solving.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare robots for daily deployment and ensure hardware/software readiness.
• Charge robots and manage power cycles for fleet readiness.
• Clean robots and protect external hardware.
• Perform basic mechanical repairs on the robot fleet.
• Assist with service campaigns and software/hardware updates.
• Support remote coordinators as field contact.
• Calibrate sensors and perform wheel alignment for safe navigation.
• Maintain a clean, safe workshop.

Skills

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Basic computer skills

Electronics basics

Job description

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 dailydeployment.
• Put robots/batteries on chargers for the night: Manage power cycles to ensuremaximum fleet readiness.
• Clean robots: Maintain physical appearance and protect sensitive externalhardware.
• 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 [e-mail].