Operations Associate (Doral, Miami)

Industrious Ventures; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrious Ventures is seeking an Operations Associate in Miami, FL, to support our autonomous delivery robots. In this hands-on role, you’ll assist in ensuring smooth operations, deal with technical issues, and provide insights for improvements.

Your responsibilities will include maintaining robot readiness, managing deployment processes, and ensuring safety compliance. A valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 50 pounds are required. Join us in an innovative environment!

Qualifications

• Valid drivers license required.
• Must be comfortable driving mid-size utility vehicles as needed.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain field readiness by supporting robots and ensuring timely responses.
• Track, document, and resolve escalation tickets with clear communication.
• Operate company vehicles safely to facilitate robot movements.

Skills

Valid drivers license

Comfortable driving mid-size utility vehicles

Capable of lifting and maneuvering items weighing up to 50 pounds

Engage with customers professionally

Willing to work flexible hours

Tools

Jira

Slack

Job description

Location

Miami, FL

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

On-site

Department

Operations

Compensation

• $22 per hour, offers equity

The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels being considered for this position. Total compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance.

JOB OVERVIEW

As an Operations Associate, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and reliable performance of our autonomous delivery robots. While our robots are designed to operate independently, there are times when they need a helping hand—whether it’s navigating around unexpected obstacles, dealing with technical issues, or responding to environmental challenges. That’s where you come in.

In this hands‑on role, you’ll assist robots in the field, perform light maintenance tasks like cleaning sensors, and help ensure that deliveries are completed safely and on time. Your quick problem‑solving and on‑the‑ground support will help minimize service interruptions and protect valuable equipment. You’ll also document incidents and share observations that directly contribute to the ongoing improvement of our technology and operations.

You’ll collaborate closely with teams across operations, engineering, and customer support—helping to manage robot deployments, escalating technical issues, and support safety and training initiatives.

This role is onsite 5 days a week in Doral - Miami, FL location.

JOB DUTIES

• Maintain field readiness by supporting robots, ensuring timely response, coordination, and order fulfillment as business needs arise.
• Assist in deployment processes in line with deployment expectations, including preparation, inspection, cleaning and placement of robots.
• Track, document, and close escalation tickets while maintaining clear communication, constant updates, records, and supporting documentation.
• Operate company vehicles safely to facilitate the movement, recovery, or repositioning of robotic units as needed.
• Prioritize safety by adhering to company safety standards, escalating critical events appropriately, and ensuring personal well‑being.
• Manage end‑of‑shift recovery by securing, charging, sanitizing, and accounting for all robotic assets and associated equipment.
• Ensure proper handling, maintenance, and storage of all company‑issued tools, devices, and protective gear.

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, & SKILLS

Required Experience, Qualifications, and Skills

• Valid drivers license
• Comfortable driving mid-size utility vehicles as needed
• Capable of lifting and maneuvering items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Demonstrated ability to engage with customers in a professional setting
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as operations require

Preferred Experience, Qualifications, and Skills

• Experience with Jira
• 1 year of experience in last‑mile delivery, robotics, or customer‑facing industries, with direct customer‑facing (field or service‑based) experience
• Experience using work communication tools (ie. Slack)
• Strong organizational, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.

Additional Information

• Physical demands include walking/biking several miles per day and handling equipment.
• Safety compliance: Adherence to PPE rules, strict cell phone protocols, and dress codes (high‑visibility vests, safe footwear) is mandated.
• Operations Associates must be prepared to perform duties in various weather conditions, including inclement weather.
• This role requires the safe operation of company vehicles or e‑bikes for work‑related purposes. Employees must be able to perform driving duties safely and in accordance with company policies and applicable laws, with or without reasonable accommodation.