Fleet Readiness & Maintenance Manager at Vay

<div class="content-intro"><p>Ever imagined saying, “I helped launch the future of transportation”?</p> <p>We’re rewriting the rules of urban mobility. At Vay, customers tap a button and a car arrives - with no one inside - powered by our world-first Remote Driving technology on real public streets.</p> <p>We’re live in Las Vegas and scaling fast, powered by a strategic investment of up to $410 million from <a href="https://www.grab.com/sg/">Grab</a>. Our mission is simple: replace private car ownership with a faster, cleaner, door-to-door mobility model. If you want to build something real, visible, and genuinely transformative, you’ll feel right at home here.</p> <p><strong>Curious to experience Vay yourself? Use the code <em data-start="289" data-end="303">VAYCANDIDATE</em> for $10 off your first trip in Las Vegas! Download the "Vay" app from the Apple or Google Play store &amp; off you go!&nbsp;</strong></p> <h4><strong>What’s happening at Vay</strong></h4> <ul> <li>First to roll out vehicles in both Europe and the USA on public roads without a human being inside &amp; currently the 2nd largest commercial, driverless car fleet in the Western World.</li> <li>We've partnered with <a href="https://kodiak.ai/">Kodiak</a> to bring remote-driving technology to autonomous trucks in the US, showcasing our ability to integrate our system into heavy-duty commercial vehicles and expand the applications of our tech across the US.</li> <li>We’ve completed 10’s of thousands of trips so far and are busy multiplying our Las Vegas fleet just to meet demand!</li> <li><strong>...And soon we’ll be expanding across the US &amp; Europe 🚀</strong></li> </ul></div><p>🚗 Ever imagined saying, “I helped launch the future of transportation”?</p> <p>We’re rewriting the rules of urban mobility. At Vay, customers tap a button and a car arrives - with no one inside - powered by our world-first Remote Driving technology on real public streets.</p> <p>We’re live in Las Vegas and scaling fast, powered by a strategic investment of up to $410 million from <a href="https://www.grab.com/sg/">Grab</a>. Our mission is simple: replace private car ownership with a faster, cleaner, door-to-door mobility model. If you want to build something real, visible, and genuinely transformative, you’ll feel right at home here.</p> <h2><strong>What’s happening at Vay right now</strong></h2> <ul> <li>First to roll out vehicles in both Europe and the USA on public roads without a human being inside &amp; one of only two companies in the States operating a commercial driverless service.</li> <li>We've partnered with Kodiak to bring remote-driving technology to autonomous trucks in the Bay Area, showcasing our ability to integrate our system into heavy-duty commercial vehicles and expand the applications of our tech across the US.</li> <li>We’ve completed 10’s of thousands of trips so far and are busy multiplying our Las Vegas fleet to meet demand!</li> </ul> <p><strong>...And soon we’ll be expanding across the US &amp; Europe 🚀</strong></p> <h2><strong>Why this role is exciting:</strong></h2> <p>As<strong> Lead Fleet Maintenance</strong>, you will ensure the performance, safety, and readiness of Vay’s teleoperated vehicles and systems in Las Vegas, overseeing maintenance across both hardware and software. You will lead a team of technicians while collaborating with engineering, operations, and international production teams to maintain high standards of quality and compliance. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to shape maintenance operations and contribute to cutting-edge teleoperation technology in a fast-paced startup environment.</p> <h2><strong>What you’ll be driving</strong></h2> <p><strong>Fleet Maintenance and Repairs:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Coordinate and execute regular and extraordinary inspections, maintenance, and repairs for vehicles and Teledrive Stations to ensure safe and reliable operation.</li> <li>Address diagnostic challenges for both hardware and software systems across the Vay fleet.</li> <li>Manage and oversee all vehicle bodyshop repair processes, ensuring quality and timely return of assets to the fleet.</li> <li>Coordinate all OEM servicing and maintenance activities for the vehicle fleet.</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Operational Readiness:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Partner with the Commercial Operations team to ensure all vehicles and Teledrive Stations are always in a “ready” state for testing, demonstrations, and commercial use.</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Team Coordination:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Coordinate&nbsp; team of repair technicians and support engineers, including on-demand contractors.</li> <li>Develop and monitor team efficiency and performance, ensuring all work aligns with Vay’s safety and quality standards.</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Compliance and Process Optimization:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Maintain adherence to all industry regulations, safety protocols, and company policies.</li> <li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize maintenance workflows, efficiency, and resource utilization.</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Workshop Management:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Ensure the workshop is maintained to the highest standards of safety, efficiency, tidiness, and cleanliness.</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Reporting and Metrics:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Prepare and present weekly KPI reports to GM Cities, highlighting fleet readiness, maintenance efficiency, and areas of improvement</li> </ul> <h2><strong>What are we looking for</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Proven experience in fleet maintenance, vehicle diagnostics, or similar roles in the automotive or transportation industry.</li> <li>Strong coordination skills with experience managing and coordinating teams of technicians</li> <li>Solid understanding of hardware and software systems used in vehicles, preferably in the teleoperation or autonomous driving domain.</li> <li>Familiarity with industry regulations, safety standards, and best practices in fleet management.</li> <li>Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.</li> <li>Ability to handle dynamic assignments, including flexible schedules</li> <li>Excellent organizational and time-management skills.</li> <li>Strong communication skills to coordinate across teams and stakeholders in different locations.</li> <li>A passion for innovation and an eagerness to work in a fast-paced startup environment.</li> <li>Ideally, previous experience with Jira and Fleetio<br><br></li> </ul> <h2><strong>Why choose Vay&nbsp;</strong></h2> <p>💪 A global team of smart, motivated people from 30+ countries who love tackling hard problems and turning bold ideas into reality.</p> <p>🌍 Huge scope for impact in a fast paced environment</p> <p>💰 ESOP stock options: A stake in Vay’s future - not just a salary.</p> <p>🌴 Unlimited Paid Vacation Days</p> <p>🎫 401(k) programme</p> <p>🏥 Health, Dental &amp; Vision Insurance&nbsp;</p> <p>🚗 All Vay team members receive 30% off their Vay rides</p> <p>🏋️‍♂️ Wellness Hub free gym access &amp; wellness app subscriptions</p> <p>🛍️ Exclusive external discounts</p> <p>✈️ Relocation financial assistance when relocating to Las Vegas&nbsp;</p> <p>🎊 Regular team events throughout the year</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p class="p1">For more information on Vay’s physical demands, working environments and safety requirements, you can review this&nbsp;<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1swEohclBwsOgx37G4NHE2szYCA6avS_aQX_WSJ7Ih8k/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.6dlrur2mwcd9">link</a>. We’ll also cover anything specific to this role during the first interview.</p> <p class="p1">We’d love to stay connected for future opportunities, so feel free to include your LinkedIn profile when you apply.</p> <p class="p1">We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. If you’re excited about shaping something truly groundbreaking, we’d be happy to hear from you.</p> <h4 class="job-modal__content-heading">&nbsp;</h4></div>