Robot Service Technician – Full-Time/Contract

Avride; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Healthcare benefits through EOCP

Flexible Spending Account for health

Disability and life insurance

401k plan

Job summary

Avride is launching a fleet of autonomous delivery robots at the University of Kentucky and seeks a hands-on Robot Service Technician. You will assemble, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and operate robots in a fast-paced real-world setting.

This role involves working both in a workshop and onsite at venues around Lexington, KY, with travel to local sites for on-site support and deployment testing. A strong mechanical and electrical background is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience using mechanical and electrical tools.
• Experience assembling and disassembling electrical and electromechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret 2D mechanical drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience installing and integrating custom electronic modules.
• Understanding of AC/DC electrical systems and safe working practices.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Comfortable working both in a workshop and in the field.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting ability.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble wiring harnesses, cables, and connectors for autonomous delivery robots.
• Install, configure, and replace sensors including LiDAR, cameras, and ultrasonic sensors.
• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly of robot components and subsystems.
• Follow technical documentation, schematics, and procedures to ensure quality.

Skills

Mechanical & electrical skills

Reading 2D drawings

Field troubleshooting

Teamwork & communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Measuring equipment

Diagnostic tools

Soldering & wiring

EV diagnostic tools

Job description

Shifts

Shifts: We are currently hiring for a full-time position, Monday–Friday, at our University of Kentucky campus location for the PM Shift. Typical shift hours are 3pm-11:30pm Monday-Friday.

About Avride

Avride is a U.S.-based autonomous vehicle startup headquartered in Austin, TX, 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. Since 2017, Avride has been building expertise in autonomous technologies to create solutions that address current needs and anticipate future demands. Today, we operate a fleet of autonomous vehicles in Dallas, Texas, in partnership with Uber, bringing our technology into real-world deployment.

About The Role

Avride is preparing to launch a fleet of autonomous delivery robots at University of Kentucky and is seeking a hands‑on Robot Service Technician to support this exciting deployment. In this role, you will be responsible for the assembly, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and field operation of our autonomous delivery robots. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems, working across mechanical and electrical systems, and contributing to the advancement of cutting‑edge robotics technology in a fast‑paced, real‑world environment.

What You’ll Do

Production & assembly

• Assemble wiring harnesses, cables, and connectors for autonomous delivery robots
• Install, configure, and replace sensors including LiDAR, cameras, and ultrasonic sensors
• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly of robot components and subsystems
• Follow technical documentation, schematics, and assembly procedures to ensure quality standards

Maintenance & repair

• Perform routine maintenance and preventive service on the robot fleet
• Diagnose failures, investigate incidents, and execute repair and service campaigns
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical systems, including suspension and battery components
• Document maintenance activities and service findings

Field operations support

• Travel between local sites to provide onsite technical support as needed
• Support deployment, testing, and validation of autonomous delivery robots in real‑world environments
• Assist with inventory management, equipment tracking, and parts organization
• Participate in rapid prototyping and hardware validation efforts

What You’ll Need

• Experience using mechanical and electrical tools, including measuring equipment
• Experience assembling and disassembling electrical and electromechanical systems
• Ability to read and interpret 2D mechanical drawings and technical documentation
• Experience installing and integrating custom electronic modules
• Understanding of AC/DC electrical systems and safe working practices
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Comfortable working both in a workshop environment and in the field
• Ability to lift and move items weighing 50 pounds or more
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills
• Adaptable, proactive mindset with the ability to handle a variety of technical tasks

Nice to Have

• Experience in automotive service, vehicle retrofitting, manufacturing, or related industries
• Experience working with electric vehicles (EVs)
• Soldering and wire crimping experience
• General computer proficiency and familiarity with diagnostic tools
• Experience supporting robotics, autonomous systems, or other advanced technologies

Benefits

• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employer Subsidized Healthcare Benefits thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare‑related costs
• Short and long‑term disability and life insurance thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
• 401k package

Commitment:

This is a full‑time, ongoing contract position staffed through our trusted Employer of Record partner, who manages payroll, benefits, and local compliance on our behalf. You will work day‑to‑day with the Avride team and be fully integrated into our culture and operations. This job is onsite and available to candidates local to the Lexington, Kentucky area.

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].