Robot Service Technician, PT (University of Mississippi)

Expected compensation: $25.00 - $28.00 USD per hour

About the role

Hands-on, versatile Robot Service Technician supporting the production, maintenance, and repair of self-driving delivery robots. This role involves mechanical and electrical assembly, troubleshooting, and fieldwork. Ideal candidates have experience in automotive or manufacturing environments, a proactive mindset, and the ability to handle diverse responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assemble harnesses, cables, and connectors for self-driving delivery robots.
• Install and replace sensors (e.g., LiDAR, cameras, and ultrasonic sensors).
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on the robot fleet.
• Diagnose breakdowns, investigate incidents, and execute service campaigns.
• Test and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components, including suspensions and batteries.
• Travel between local locations to provide onsite field support when needed.
• Handle rapid prototyping, testing, and inventory management.
• Support R&D experiments, contributing to the development of new projects.

Requirements

• Experience with mechanical and electrical tools, including measuring equipment.
• Experience assembling and disassembling electrical components.
• Ability to read and interpret 2D mechanical drawings.
• Experience installing custom electronic modules.
• Comfortable working with AC/DC currents.
• Valid driver’s license (clean MVR for the last 12 months; no CDL required).
• Comfortable working in field environments.
• Ability to lift and move items over 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and a structured, logical approach to problem-solving.
• Team-oriented with strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Creative and adaptable mindset to tackle diverse technical challenges.
• Ability to pick up additional hours during the week based on business needs.

Preferred Experience

• Background in electric vehicle (EV) service, automotive plants, dealership service, or similar environment.
• Automotive retrofitting experience.
• General computer literacy.
• Soldering and crimping experience.

Schedule

Full-time, ongoing contract position. Onsite in Oxford, MS.