Depot Operations Manager

Hertz

Mountain View, California

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90,000–$129,996
SKILLS
Amusement Parks, Auditing, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Groundskeeping, Leadership, Logistics, On Site Support, Operational Audit, Operational Control, Operational Support, Operations Management, People Management, Performance Metrics, Reimbursement, Rentals, Reporting Dashboards, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Lead/Manager, Technical Operations, Technical Support, Vehicle Fleets, Vision Plan, Warehousing
LOCATION
Mountain View, California
POSTED
1 day ago
A Day in Life:

The Depot Operations Manager is responsible for the day to day execution of autonomous depot operations supporting Uber’s robotaxi fleet. This role ensures vehicles are charged, cleaned, inspected, staged, and operationally ready for autonomous service across a 24/7 operation.

Reporting to the Market Manager (General Manager), this position leads frontline depot supervisors and operators and serves as the operational control point between depot execution, technical maintenance, and field support teams. The role is critical to meeting vehicle trip readiness, uptime, and launch/steady state performance targets.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead all depot operations functions including vehicle charging, cleaning, inspections, staging, and dispatch readiness.
  • Manage and develop Depot Supervisors and Depot Operators supporting 24/7 coverage.
  • Ensure operational execution meets Uber Fleet Operations Standards for trip readiness and vehicle availability.
  • Coordinate real time vehicle flow between depot operations, maintenance, and field support teams.
  • Own shift staffing models, schedules, and labor deployment to meet operational demand.
  • Monitor depot KPIs including vehicle readiness, turnaround time, quality defects, and labor efficiency.
  • Ensure SOPs, standard work, and safety protocols are followed consistently.
  • Conduct quality audits, operational walkthroughs, and corrective action follow ups.
  • Partner closely with Service Manager and Field Support Manager to resolve operational constraints.
  • Support launch readiness activities and scaling as fleet size grows.

What We're Looking For:
  • 4+ years of experience in depot operations, fleet logistics, warehouse operations, or automotive service environments.
  • 2+ years of people management experience in a high volume or 24/7 operation.
  • Experience supporting EV fleets, mobility operations, or technology enabled operations preferred.
  • Strong operational discipline with the ability to manage real time execution.
  • Proven ability to lead frontline teams, manage schedules, and deliver KPI performance.
  • Comfortable working in fast paced, evolving operational environments.
  • Proficient with operational systems, dashboards, and basic reporting tools.
  • Ability to work flexible hours to support a 24/7 operation.
  • Valid California driver’s license.

What You'll Get:
  • The starting salary range for this role is $90,000-$130,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
  • Reimbursement for Travel Expenses (as applicable, per Company policy guidelines)
  • Paid Time Off / Vacation / Paid observed Holidays (Accruals start at 1.25 Days a Month, 4 Floating Holidays, 9 Paid Observed Holidays)
  • Benefits: Further program information can be found here at HertzBenefits.com. To include, but not limited to:
  • Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental.
  • Medical, Dental & Vision plan options.
  • Life Insurance: (Hertz-paid Basic Life Insurance provides coverage equal to one-times your base annual pay, at no cost to you).
  • Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching: Hertz will match your contributions dollar for dollar on the first 3% you contribute and 50 cents per dollar on the next 2% you contribute.
  • Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance.
  • Employee Assistance Program for employees & family.
  • Educational Reimbursement & Discounts.
  • Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness.
  • Perks & Discounts - Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more.

About the Company

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Hertz

Hertz is the largest worldwide airport general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 10,090 corporate and licensee locations in approximately 145 countries. Our Dollar and Thrifty brands have approximately 1,400 corporate and franchise locations in approximately 75 countries. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and at 130 major airports in Europe. Hertz is an inaugural member of Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards Hall of Fame and was recently named, for the thirteenth time, by the magazine's readers as the Best Car Rental Agency. Hertz was also voted the Best Overall Car Rental Company in Zagat's 2013/14 U.S. Car Rental Survey, earning top honors in 14 additional categories, and the Company swept the global awards for Best Rewards Program and Best Overall Benefits from FlyerTalk.com. Product and service initiatives such as Hertz Gold Plus Rewards, NeverLost®, and unique cars and SUVs offered through the Company's Adrenaline, Prestige, Green Traveler, and Dream Car Collections, also set Hertz apart from the competition. Additionally, Hertz owns the vehicle leasing and fleet management leader Donlen Corporation and operates the Hertz 24/7TM hourly car rental business. The Company also owns a leading North American equipment rental business, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation, which includes Hertz Entertainment Services. More information about the Company can be found at www.abouthertz.com.


Learn more about Hertz by visiting www.hertz.com


Hertz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Travel, Transportation and Tourism
FOUNDED
1918
WEBSITE
http://www.hertz.com