Remote Assistance Specialist

Job Summary

As a Remote Assistance Specialist (RAS) you will work independently and alongside your teammates to ensure a safe and positive experience for our riders, Autonomous Vehicle Operators (AVOs), customers, (FCCOs)  and Remote Assistance Agents (RAA) by coordinating daily logistics as well as supporting our Autonomous Vehicles during operations. You will report directly to the Senior Manager of Remote Assistance and will be vital in ensuring May Mobility exceeds expectations for customer satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities

Monitor and support autonomous vehicles in real time during operations

Ensure that operations during each shift follow rigorous safety guidelines

Address technical problems and coordinate with engineering teams for timely resolutions

Train and help develop RAAs and FCCOs by conducting team huddles and coaching through video review or simulations

Monitor health of vehicles at all times using company tools for observation

Log real time feedback regarding autonomy performance to be sent to engineers

Maintain accurate records of remote assistance and performance

Correctly escalate accident reports, incident escalations, and customer complaints

Interact with May Mobility guests as an ambassador

Test Changes with the Remote Assistance tools with focus on safety and communicate clear feedback

May travel to other sites for coverage and support as needed

Other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

Success in this role typically requires the following competencies:

Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new software and processes

Data collection and organization

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to coach and lead by example

Strong written and verbal communication skills across multiple platforms; strict attention to detail in every situation

High comfort level with making judgment calls in ambiguous situations

Understanding of best practices when it comes to top-notch customer service

Ability to work effectively with team members at all levels of the organization

Proficiency with a laptop and Google suite applications (Gmail, sheets, docs, etc.)

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates most successful in this role typically hold the following qualifications or comparable knowledge or experience:

Required Qualifications:

Eager to take on a first-time people management role and grow as a confident, inspiring leader.

Experience taking leadership of processes and driving continuous improvement in a fast-adapting and customer-focused environment.

Previous experience working at a technology focused company

Experience working in Google Suite Application (Gmail, sheets, docs, etc.)

Valid U.S. Driver's License

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience as a leader in a fast-adapting and customer-focused environment

Associates degree or higher in Business, Technical Operations, or related area

Prior experience in operations or logistics or Fleet Management

Physical Requirements

Standard site working conditions which includes but is not limited to:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% or more of the time

Must be able to move and / or change positions often when needed

Prolonged computer use

Flexibility to work weekends and adjust schedule to align with site operating hours and project needs, including early mornings, evenings, and holidays as required.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time and climb ladders (infrequent)

Ability to work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions

Expected Travel: 0%-10%

Benefits and Perks

Comprehensive healthcare suite including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans. Domestic partners who have been residing together at least one year are also eligible to participate.

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Healthcare and Dependent Care Accounts available.

Rich retirement benefits, including an immediately vested employer safe harbor match.

Generous paid parental leave as well as a phased return to work.

Flexible vacation policy in addition to paid company holidays.

Total Wellness Program providing numerous resources for overall wellbeing

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and/or people of color are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every qualification. At May Mobility, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce, so if you’re excited about this role but your previous experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be the perfect candidate for this or another role at May.

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May Mobility is an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetics or any other legally protected basis.   Below, you have the opportunity to share your preferred gender pronouns, gender, ethnicity, and veteran status with May Mobility to help us identify areas of improvement in our hiring and recruitment processes. Completion of these questions is entirely voluntary.  Any information you choose to provide will be kept confidential, and will not impact the hiring decision in any way. If you believe that you will need any type of accommodation, please let us know.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: May Mobility does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Furthermore, May Mobility does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners.

Salary Range

$55,000—$70,000 USD