Robot Service Technician Assistant

Avride; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Job summary

Avride seeks an entry-level Robot Service Technician Assistant to support deployment of autonomous delivery robots. This part-time, weekend-based role offers hands-on learning in robotics and electro‑mechanical assembly. You will help prepare robots, charge batteries, perform basic repairs, and assist with fleet-wide updates across multiple campuses.

Work aligns with the company’s U.S. deployment plan; shifts typically run Saturday and Sunday with 8‑hour blocks, approx. 16 hours per weekend.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented, collaborative work style.
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Clear communication with teammates and supervisors.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and handle manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare robots for shifts and ensure hardware/software readiness.
• Charge batteries and manage power cycles for fleet readiness.
• Clean robots and protect external hardware.
• Assist with basic mechanical repairs on the robot fleet.
• Support service campaigns and software/hardware updates across fleet.
• Assist remote coordinators as hands-on field contact.
• Assist calibrations and wheel alignment for safe navigation.
• Keep the workshop organized and safe.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Physical fitness

Job description

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

• 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] .