Team Lead

TaskUs; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and operations firm based in Yuma, Arizona seeks an Autonomous Vehicle Depot Operations Lead. This role focuses on managing the operations of an autonomous vehicle fleet and the Depot Support team, ensuring compliance and efficiency. The ideal candidate has a background in operations management with over 3 years of leadership experience, strong analytical skills, and a hands-on approach. This position requires a valid driver’s license and offers opportunities for on-call duties in a 24/7 operational environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Proven proficiency with operations management software.
• Willingness to work in a hands-on, outdoor environment.
• Proven coaching, development, and accountability of a diverse team to measurable goals.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical thinking, and ability to drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Depot Support Specialists and Technicians.
• Oversee depot processes ensuring compliance with SOPs.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for depot-related incidents.
• Conduct daily quality audits, ensure SOP compliance, and supervise facility logistics including inventory and charging infrastructure.
• Lead incident escalation, root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions; monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering, safety, and product teams; ensure regulatory and safety compliance.

Skills

Data analysis

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

WMS

ERP

Job description

Please note: This position is work on site at Yuma, Arizona.

The Autonomous Vehicle Depot Operations Lead is the onsite management anchor, responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the autonomous vehicle fleet and the Depot Support team. This role requires a hands-on leader who can drive process excellence, manage a team, and ensure every vehicle is mission-ready according to strict safety and quality standards.

1. Key Responsibilities

1. Team Leadership and Management

• Supervision: Directly manage, mentor, and coach a team of Depot Support Specialists, Fleet Deployment Specialists, and/or Technicians across multiple shifts.
• Scheduling & Workforce Management: Create and manage daily staffing plans, schedules, and shift rotations to ensure appropriate coverage for 24/7 operations, balancing cost efficiency with operational demand.
• Training & Development: Conduct new-hire onboarding, continuous safety training, and performance coaching; identify skill gaps and provide feedback to central training teams.
• Performance Management: Set clear performance expectations (KPIs), conduct regular performance reviews, and address personnel issues, driving a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

2. Fleet Readiness and Quality Assurance

• Operational Execution: Oversee all depot processes, including AV charging/fueling, cleaning, sensor calibration, hardware installation/removal, and pre-deployment quality checks, ensuring 100% compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Quality Control: Establish and conduct daily quality audits and checks on vehicle readiness to ensure vehicles meet the highest standards for safety, cleanliness, and operational performance before dispatch.
• Facility Management: Manage daily depot logistics, including vehicle staging, flow, inventory of parts/supplies, and coordination of facility maintenance and infrastructure (e.g., charging stations).

3. Incident Management and Continuous Improvement

• Escalation Point: Serve as the primary escalation point for all depot-related incidents, technical failures, and field support needs; lead initial root-cause analysis (RCA) and implement immediate corrective actions.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Monitor and report on key operational metrics (KPIs) such as vehicle availability, depot throughput, charging efficiency, and incident rates. Translate data insights into actionable improvement plans.
• Process Optimization: Drive a Kaizen or continuous improvement mindset. Identify inefficiencies in depot processes and collaborate with engineering, safety, and product teams to implement new systems and streamlined SOPs.
• Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company safety, quality, and environmental protocols.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Liaison: Act as the primary operational point of contact between the depot team and central stakeholders (e.g., Software Engineering, Fleet Maintenance, Safety, and Dispatch).
• Vendor Management: Coordinate with third-party vendors for vehicle service, facility maintenance, and supply chain logistics.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related technical field is strongly preferred Or equivalent practical experience in a high-volume operations environment will be considered.
• Experience: 3+ years of proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a fast-paced environment, such as logistics, fleet management, mobility services, or a technology-driven operation.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, Google Sheets) and experience using operations management software/dashboards (e.g., WMS, ERP).
• Leadership: Demonstrated success in coaching, developing, and holding a diverse team accountable to measurable operational goals.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a history of using data to drive operational decisions and process improvements.
• Physical: Willingness to be hands-on, work in both indoor and outdoor depot environments, and be available for on-call duties or flexible shifts as required by a 24/7 operation.
• Licensing: Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.