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Technician Manager

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kodiak logoKodiak · Lancaster, TX
Full-timeOn-site1mo ago
ComplianceExcelLeadershipRoboticsSAFe
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Requirements

  • Leadership & Experience - You have 7+ years of experience in an engineering/technician department, with a proven track record of leading teams
  • Preferably autonomous vehicle or electrical vehicle experience.
  • Technical Know-How - Experience working in the trucking, logistics, or automotive industries is a huge plus
  • Problem-Solving Mindset - You excel at troubleshooting challenges and finding creative solutions to keep operations running smoothly
  • Organizational Skills - You know how to prioritize tasks, manage inventory, and streamline workflows efficiently
  • Strong Communication - You can effectively communicate with technicians, leadership, and external vendors
  • Commitment to Safety - You ensure that all work is performed safely and in compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonusesExcellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)Accrued PTO and generous parental leave policiesFacility is located in Lancaster, TX - 3901 Corporate Dr Ste 300Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV chargingLong Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life InsuranceWellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring HealthFidelity 401(k)Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSAVarious incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonusParental leave

Additional Information

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense. In this role, you will: Lead & Supervise - Own your work, jump in where needed and provide direction and support to our team of technicians, ensuring high-quality work and adherence to safety standards Oversee Daily Operations - Manage workflows, assign tasks, and ensure all maintenance, repairs, and servicing are completed on time Project Management - Keep track of the fleet, prototype builds, and test requests - ensuring we have everything needed to keep the team running smoothly Ensure Safety & Compliance - Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant shop environment by enforcing policies and procedures Optimize Efficiency - Continuously improve technician processes to maximize productivity and minimize downtime Cross Functionality - Work closely with multiple engineering teams to facilitate building and testing prototypes

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