Description
At Flexdrive, we're revolutionizing transportation by building the operational backbone for autonomous vehicle (AV) fleets. We're seeking a Fleet Operations Associate to ensure our AV fleet maintains optimal readiness for 24/7 operations in Nashville, Tennessee.
This hands-on role combines critical vehicle preparation, maintenance support, and calibration responsibilities that directly impact fleet availability and safety. You will be responsible for the complete vehicle lifecycle from pre-deployment checks through end-of-day diagnostics, including specialized calibration procedures that enable autonomous operation.
Responsibilities:
- Vehicle Readiness & Preparation: Review and assess available AVs each shift, executing pre-deployment safety checks and end-of-day diagnostics.
- Vehicle State Transitions: Progress vehicles through operational states by completing required checklists, sensor inspections, and verification processes.
- Quality Assurance: Perform comprehensive vehicle inspections following partner knowledge base standards.
- Task Execution: Manage daily tasks via digital task management system.
- Charging, Cleaning & Fleet Servicing: Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness, execute strategic charging activities, and perform basic preventative maintenance tasks.
- Data Management & Security: Execute secure data handling activities, ensure data compliance, and use only employer-supplied devices.
- Calibration & Technical Operations: Conduct calibration activities, manual driving operations, and technical verification.
- Lot Management & Logistics: Efficiently manage lot operations, update vehicle status, and confirm completion of service and repairs.
- Safety & Compliance: Follow all OSHA, EHS, and partner safety guidelines, maintain required qualifications and certifications, and report safety concerns.
Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in automotive technology, logistics, or related field preferred.
- 1-2 years of experience in automotive, fleet operations, logistics, or similar hands-on operational environment.
- Valid U.S. driver's license with clean driving record.
- Mechanical aptitude with ability to perform basic vehicle maintenance.
- Strong attention to detail with ability to follow complex SOPs.
- Physical capabilities to perform depot operations.
- Technical proficiency with mobile devices and basic computer systems.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Flexibility to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Benefits:
- Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Mental health benefits
- Family building benefits
- Child care and pet benefits
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Discretionary paid time off
- 18 weeks of paid parental leave
- Subsidized commuter benefits
- Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership