Senior Facilities Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician

Rivian; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 50,971 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Rivian seeks an Industrial HVAC Technician in Normal, Illinois. The technician will be responsible for maintaining and repairing HVAC systems, ensuring environmental comfort and energy efficiency. Candidates should have EPA Universal Certification and experience in industrial HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting. The role offers a salary of $37–$43 per hour, along with potential performance bonuses. Rivian offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, insurance, and 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in industrial or commercial HVAC maintenance.
• Solid understanding of refrigeration cycles and control systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and analyze mechanical and electrical issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair complex HVAC systems for building environments.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment.
• Respond quickly to facility comfort and mechanical hot calls.

Skills

EPA Universal Certification

Troubleshooting mechanical issues

HVAC maintenance experience

Knowledge of refrigeration cycles

Ability to read wiring diagrams

Commitment to safety and quality

Tools

SAP

BAS (Building Automation Systems)

Machining operations tools

Job description

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.

Role Summary

Rivian is looking for skilled and motivated Industrial HVAC Technicians to join our multi‑skilled facilities maintenance team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex HVAC systems that support critical manufacturing and building environments. You’ll ensure environmental comfort, system reliability, and energy efficiency across the site while partnering closely with Controls, Electrical and Facilities Engineering teams to drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

HVAC Systems & Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and repair rooftop units (RTUs), air handling units (AHUs), VAV boxes, chillers, cooling towers, and related systems
• Troubleshoot BAS alarms, control issues, and system irregularities
• Replace compressors, motors, pumps, bearings, and other system components with minimal instruction
• Perform refrigeration circuit maintenance including soldering, brazing, charging, and wiring
• Conduct root cause analysis on recurring HVAC performance issues and implement long‑term corrective actions

Preventive Maintenance (PM)

• Perform scheduled PMs on HVAC and ventilation equipment per the master PM calendar
• Replace filters, belts, and bearings; inspect coils; clean drain lines and mechanical spaces
• Maintain organized, clean, and compliant mechanical rooms following 5S and safety standards
• Support seasonal system changeovers and readiness reporting

Building Automation & Controls

• Naviagate and interpret Building Automation Systems (BAS) to identify, trend, and resolve alarms
• Adjust control parameters for system efficiency and comfort balance
• Work with Controls and Electrical teams to interpret and modify wiring diagrams and sequences of operation

Hot Call Response & Facility Support

• Respond quickly to facility comfort and mechanical hot calls, including loss of heating/cooling or airflow
• Escalate and coordinate with cross‑functional teams for high‑impact or multi‑discipline issues
• Communicate findings, corrective actions, and risk areas to leadership in real time

Documentation & Reporting

• Complete and close all work orders in SAP/Ranger with accurate notes and refrigerant tracking
• Provide daily summaries of completed work and open issues
• Support compliance with ASHRAE, OSHA, EPA, and Rivian safety standards

Qualifications

• EPA Universal Certification (required)
• Proven experience in industrial, commercial, or large‑scale HVAC maintenance
• Solid understanding of refrigeration cycles, compressors, condensers, evaporators, and control systems
• Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues independently
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, mechanical schematics, and BAS interfaces
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Perform break‑fix & preventative maintenance; observe devices in operation to locate root cause, dismantle to access and remove defective parts, examine parts to detect imperfections, adjust functional parts, repair or replace defective parts, test device performance, perform electrical and mechanical system testing, recondition and repair machine tools
• Identify and source parts, supplies and repair items as necessary
• Independently perform maintenance as per industry standards
• May be required to set up and operate multiple machining operations including but not limited to lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts
• May perform welding tasks
• Comply with 5S and housekeeping standards
• Drive and participate in CI activities – processes, results, and cost savings
• Update records and review CMMS history
• Troubleshoot and analyze control systems to resolve software/hardware and configuration problems
• Utilize predictive maintenance technologies to collect equipment performance data
• Provide assistance to other technicians as needed and leadership to small teams; perform more advanced functions as part of training and development
• Complete on‑the‑job and technical self‑study programs for career development
• Follow all safety related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions and guidelines; maintain situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviors and conditions

Pay Disclosure

The salary range for this role is $37–$43 an hour for Illinois‑based applicants. Position within the range will be based on competencies, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits such as life, medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability insurance, and long‑term disability insurance to eligible employees. Eligible employees may also participate in Rivian's 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if they meet certain eligibility requirements. Full‑time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment; part‑time employee coverage is effective on the first of the month following 90 days of employment. For more information about benefits, visit rivianbenefits.com.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, or characteristics protected by law. Rivian is committed to ensuring our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation that requires accommodations, please email [e-mail].