Robot Service Technician
Assembles, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs autonomous delivery robots across workshop and field environments. The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical systems experience, safe AC/DC practices, technical documentation skills, and a valid driver’s license.
About the job
Responsibilities
Production & Assembly
- Assemble wiring harnesses, cables, and connectors for autonomous delivery robots.
- Install, configure, and replace LiDAR, camera, and ultrasonic sensors.
- Perform mechanical and electrical assembly of robot components and subsystems.
- Follow technical documentation, schematics, and assembly procedures to meet 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.
Requirements
- 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 in workshop and field environments.
- 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 varied technical tasks.
Nice-to-Haves
- 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.
Compensation & Benefits
- Weekly pay through a staffing partner.
- Pre-tax commuter benefits.
- Employer-subsidized healthcare benefits through a third-party employer-of-record partner.
- Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs.
- Short- and long-term disability and life insurance through a third-party employer-of-record partner.
- 401(k) package.
- Full-time, ongoing contract position; 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.
Skills
Mechanical Tools, Electrical Tools, Measuring Equipment, Wiring Harnesses, Lidar, Cameras, Ultrasonic Sensors, Mechanical Drawings, Technical Documentation, Electronic Modules, Ac/Dc Electrical Systems, Soldering, Wire Crimping, Diagnostic Tools, Electric Vehicles
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