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ZooxTeam Lead, Vehicle Operations (2nd Shift)
Zoox is actively building an autonomous mobility solution from the ground up, driving the future of transportation. To support this mission, the organization is seeking a…
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Zoox is actively building an autonomous mobility solution from the ground up, driving the future of transportation. To support this mission, the organization is seeking a Team Lead, Vehicle Operations (2nd Shift) to guide a group of field experts operating specialized tools and vehicle features. In this hands-on position, the selected individual will work directly alongside team members on the ground, establishing a strong standard for safety and discipline during…
Job Description
Zoox is actively building an autonomous mobility solution from the ground up, driving the future of transportation. To support this mission, the organization is seeking a Team Lead, Vehicle Operations (2nd Shift) to guide a group of field experts operating specialized tools and vehicle features.
In this hands-on position, the selected individual will work directly alongside team members on the ground, establishing a strong standard for safety and discipline during testing activities. Responsibilities include managing administrative duties, maintaining alignment with company objectives, and collaborating with cross-functional divisions such as vehicle engineering, program management, strategy, and go-to-market teams. The shift for this position is Thursday through Monday from 3:45 pm to 12:15 am.
This role is ideal for a metric-driven professional with a background in supervising teams within product-based environments, capable of addressing technical challenges and driving process improvements.
Responsibilities
- Support vehicle operators daily while fostering a safety-centric and inclusive environment
- Handle administrative tasks such as timesheets, expense reports, schedule validation, and performance feedback for direct reports and contingent workers
- Collaborate with other team leads and managers to keep personnel aligned with company objectives
- Master proprietary operational software and mentor staff to meet performance standards
- Answer inquiries and provide guidance to contingent workers and management assigned to the team
- Perform recurring safety-focused testing to maintain familiarity with operational workflows
- Partner with product and program management to drive local and organizational process enhancements
Requirements
- Have at least 7 years of professional experience in a cross-functional and product-based environment
- Bring a minimum of 3 years of supervisory background
- Demonstrate experience working collaboratively and fostering teamwork
- Exhibit strong problem-solving skills, resourcefulness, and a proactive attitude
- Possess strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Maintain an excellent driving history
- Commit to working on-site for all scheduled shifts on the 2nd shift schedule
Qualifications
- Hold a bachelor's degree
- Possess people management experience including performance reviews
- Bring 3 or more years of experience in the autonomous vehicle industry
- Have 4 or more years of operations background
- Demonstrate experience collaborating on go-to-market initiatives with cross-functional teams
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the working hours for this role?
The scheduled shift for this position runs from Thursday through Monday, 3:45 pm to 12:15 am.
Is this a remote position?
No, the job requires working on-site at the assigned location for all scheduled shifts.
What salary does Zoox offer for this position?
The provided posting does not specify a salary.
What supervisory experience is required?
Candidates must have at least 3 years of supervisory experience, along with 7+ years of professional work experience in a cross-functional and product-based environment.
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