Field Operations Manager

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become the trusted world leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company is developing an industry-leading artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for driverless long-haul trucking applications. Kodiak’s unique modular hardware approach integrates sensors into a streamlined sensor-pod structure that optimizes for perception, scalability, and maintainability. The company autonomously delivers freight daily for its commercial customers across the Sun Belt states and for Atlas Energy in the Permian Basin. Kodiak also leverages its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.

We’re looking for a driven and experienced Field Operations Manager to take charge of day-to-day operations on the ground. This is a critical role in managing autonomous trucking operations, coordinating safety drivers, ensuring equipment readiness, and maintaining seamless communication between teams. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy solving problems with technology and logistics, you'll find this role both exciting and rewarding. You'll have the opportunity to work on innovative solutions, optimize processes, and collaborate with a team that is shaping the future of autonomous transportation.

What you'll do:

• Lead Daily Operations: Oversee field activities, including vehicle dispatching, route execution, load delivery, and vehicle turnaround efficiency
• Team Management: Supervise and support safety drivers, and on-ground personnel to meet operational goals while promoting a strong safety culture
• Performance Management: Monitor key metrics like on-time load delivery, vehicle uptime, and safe driving compliance to ensure optimal site performance
• Equipment & Maintenance: Ensure trucks and related equipment are properly maintained, collaborating with the maintenance team to minimize downtime
• Safety and Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols, DOT regulations, and company policies.
• Customer and Site Collaboration: Act as the on-site point of contact for partners to maintain smooth coordination and issue resolution
• Incident Response: Manage breakdowns and operational disruptions efficiently, coordinating with the remote monitoring team and Command Center for resolution
• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for operational improvement and implement initiatives that increase efficiency and reduce risks
• Reporting: Provide timely updates and detailed reports on site performance, incidents, and progress toward objectives
  
  
  

What you'll bring:

• Experience: Experience in operations, logistics, field management, or related roles
• Leadership: Strong team management skills, with experience in coordinating personnel across different shifts and locations
• Technical Aptitude: Comfortable working with computers and autonomous technology. Experience with fleet management or tracking software is a plus
• Problem-Solving: Quick decision-making skills, especially in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations
• Safety-First Mindset: Deep understanding of safety protocols and regulations, with the ability to lead by example
• Flexibility: Willing to work variable shifts, including day, night, and weekend rotations. Some travel may be required
• Strong Communication: Clear and effective communicator, able to provide direction to teams and report updates to leadership
  
  
  

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)
  
  
  

At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant U.S. national security statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. These statutes may impose limitations on Kodiak's capacity to engage specific individuals in particular roles based on various national security-related criteria. Kodiak will provide sponsorship for eligible candidate's. Consequently, the eligibility for this position may hinge on Kodiak's verification of a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. In accordance with these statutes , Kodiak may find it necessary to secure a U.S. government export license before disseminating its technologies to specific individuals. Should Kodiak determine that a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate a license, prohibit the candidate from assuming this position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak explicitly retains the right to either assess the candidate for an alternative position unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak's sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate's application.