Transportation Program Manager

Transportation Program ManagerThe Transportation Program Manager is an essential part of Tesla's GFNV Transportation Team, which falls under the umbrella of Gigafactory Workforce. Employees working in this role are supporting the drive towards completing Tesla's mission—to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. As a Transportation Program Manager, you will be working under the guidance of the Staff Transportation Manager with a key focus on improving the Nevada Tesla transportation program, which combines elements of commuter service and inter-campus shuttle. The program is a 24/7 operation administered by Tesla staff but operated by a private vendor. Tesla's ideal candidate will have a planning background and experience with GIS, GTFS datasets, CAD/AVL systems, and schedule optimization software such as HASTUS, OptiBus, or Remix. This is a salaried position that may require working outside in extreme environments, working at heights, and prolonged periods of repetitious duties including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods.ResponsibilitiesSupport the Staff Transportation Manager in monitoring contractor performance through the creation of BI/Power BI dashboards to establish and track appropriate KPIsFacilitate ongoing improvements by working on various data-oriented projects to support data-driven decision makingGenerate automation through the use of AI and related reporting tools to facilitate timely dissemination of key events and operational updatesUtilize optimization software to create vehicle blocks and run cuts to analyze efficiency ratios between vehicles and routesCreate and coordinate a GTFS framework for a closed-loop systemManage time and tasks effectively with a sense of urgencyProvide an exceptional customer experience to all stakeholders, both internal and externalRequirementsExperience in planning with a background in transportation highly preferred, including familiarity with open and closed-loop transportation systems and optimizing for efficiency across real-world variables such as customers, assets, traffic, and the built environmentProficiency with transportation-specific tools and technologies, including GIS tools and datasets, GTFS datasets, CAD/AVL systems, and schedule optimization software such as HASTUS, OptiBus, or RemixExperience creating transportation schedules with an understanding of their financial impactExcellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think independently and outside the boxStrong time management skills with the ability to manage and follow through on multiple assignments simultaneouslyDemonstrated reliability and excellent attendance, essential for team successCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program