Technician Manager
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Job Location:
Lancaster, NE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 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.
Opening description of position entered here:
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
What youll bring:
- 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.
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)
- Accrued PTO and generous parental leave policies
- Facility is located in Lancaster TX - 3901 Corporate Dr Ste 300
- Office perks: dog-friendly free catered lunch a fully stocked kitchen and free EV charging
- Long Term Disability Short Term Disability Life Insurance
- Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace One Medical Gympass Spring Health
- Fidelity 401(k)
- Commuter FSA Dependent Care FSA HSA
- 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 statutes regulations and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidates residence U.S. person status and/or citizenship status. Should the position require and Kodiak determines that a candidates residence U.S. person status and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license bar the candidate from the position or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiaks sole discretion or as an alternative opt not to proceed with the candidates application. If applicable Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
We use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed here( By submitting your application you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application please contact with Separate Review Request in the email subject line.
Required Experience:
Manager
