Fleet & AV Operations Lead

At Avride, we are committed to making the roads safer and more accessible for everyone. At the core of our philosophy is the belief in the transformative power of technology. Every product we develop, every test we conduct, and every service we launch is anchored in our vision of creating a safer and more sustainable world through cutting‑edge technologies and breakthrough solutions. About the Role The Location Lead oversees daily autonomous‑vehicle (AV) safety operations at our Dallas site. While you will take the wheel for critical tests or coverage gaps, your primary focus is workforce planning, shift scheduling, KPI tracking, and cross‑team coordination. You will be directly accountable for hitting production targets, maintaining a strong safety record, and cultivating a high‑performance driver culture. What You’ll Do Team & Shift Management Roster Developme nt: Build weekly driver rosters, balancing diverse skill sets, legal hours‑of‑service, and vehicle availability. Personnel Admin: Approve timecards, manage PTO, and coordinate backfills for absences to ensure seamless operations. Training: Assist with onboarding new drivers and participate in regular performance evaluations. Operational KPIs & Continuous Improvement Metric Tracki ng: Define and track key metrics, such as disengagements per 100 miles, on‑time route completions, and incident response times. Reporting: Run daily stand‑ups and post‑shift debriefs while publishing comprehensive performance dashboards. Feedback Loop: Provide technical feedback to engineers and developers to improve vehicle safety and performance. Safety & Compliance Oversight Strict Adherence: Ensure total compliance with safety protocols, DMV regulations, and company SOPs. Incident Management: Lead incident investigations and root‑cause analyses, rolling out corrective actions as needed. Inspections: Monitor the technical condition of the fleet, ensuring daily inspections and equipment checks are completed. Resource & Fleet Coordination Alignment: Coordinate vehicle maintenance, software update windows, and test‑route allocations with the central operations team. Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Liaise with engineering, QA, and remote‑assist teams to prioritize daily test objectives. Hands‑On Driving (as needed) Technical Driving: Operate autonomous vehicles during testing to ensure safety interventions and collect performance data. Field Support: Cover critical routes, validate new procedures, or coach drivers through complex scenarios. What You’ll Need Experience: 2+ years in a supervisory or lead role within AV testing, logistics, or fleet operations. Leadership: Demonstrated ability to manage 20–30 personnel across multiple shifts. Technical Proficiency: Skill with scheduling/dispatch tools and spreadsheet‑based KPI tracking. Driving Record: Valid driver’s license with 3+ years of experience and a clean driving record. Soft Skills: Excellent communication and conflict‑resolution abilities. Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Nice to Have Prior experience scaling a new test site or launch program. Direct experience with autonomous vehicles or vehicle testing. Background in defensive driving, motorsports, or related technical fields. Strong technical knowledge of vehicle systems and safety protocols. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Avride