Full-Time

Assistant Manager

DOT Shuttle Operations

Deadline 10/30/26
Metropolis

Metropolis

1,001-5,000 employees

Checkout-free parking payments via computer vision

Compensation Overview

$68k - $72k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Portland, OR, USA

In Person

Category
Vehicle Operation & Delivery
Required Skills
Microsoft Office
Word/Pages/Docs
Customer Service
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Requirements
  • At least one year of supervisory experience is required.
  • A valid Commercial Driver's License Class A, B, or C must be maintained according to local hiring needs, with a Passenger Endorsement required when operating shuttle buses carrying 15 or more passengers.
  • A Medical Examiner's Certificate, also known as a Department of Transportation Medical Card, is required.
  • Availability for second shift, third shift, and/or weekends may be required based on location needs.
  • Intermediate computer skills using Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word, are required.
  • The employee must be able to stand and walk regularly, use hands to handle cash and equipment for extended periods, sit and climb or balance occasionally, and lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills, proactive behavior, personal drive, customer service skills, and willingness to lead by example are required.
Responsibilities
  • Lead programs to improve client and customer satisfaction.
  • Assist in managing the day-to-day activities of assigned locations.
  • Supervise shuttle drivers and parkers and monitor shuttle bus operations.
  • Ensure appropriate customer interaction and supervise completion of all closing reports.
  • Monitor and implement effective revenue control procedures.
  • Perform other necessary functions as assigned and assist with daily data entry of revenue reports.
  • Compile and interpret daily reports for facility operations.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior supervisory experience in the transportation and/or parking industry is preferred.
  • Prior supervisory experience managing Department of Transportation-regulated shuttle operations is preferred.
  • Knowledge of transportation and shuttle operations, Department of Transportation regulations, union contracts, and payroll is strongly desired.
  • Some college education is a plus.

Metropolis is a technology-driven facility-management company that focuses on parking solutions using computer vision to enable checkout-free payments. Its system detects vehicles and parking events via cameras and sensors, allowing drivers to pay automatically without stopping at a gate. The platform integrates into real estate operations, Class A office buildings, multi-garage complexes, and valet services to improve asset productivity and streamline operations. Compared with others, Metropolis supports a wide customer base across North America, operates in over 360 cities, processes more than $4 billion in payments annually, and has grown through significant funding rounds and the acquisition of SP Plus Corporation. Its goal is to expand its platform’s capabilities and market reach, helping property owners and managers increase efficiency and revenue by embedding its payment and facility-management tools directly into daily operations.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$3.5B

Headquarters

Santa Monica, California

Founded

2017

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Metropolis raised $1.6 billion in 2025, including a $500 million Series D.
  • Fresno Yosemite and Sonoma County launched Metropolis contactless parking in July 2026.
  • Eric Garcetti joined in July 2026, strengthening government and infrastructure sales.

What critics are saying

  • SP+ is cutting 313 DFW jobs after losing a June 2026 contract.
  • Metropolis retains biometric faceprints five years, inviting Illinois BIPA litigation.
  • The $1.1 billion loan and SP+ integration create refinancing and execution pressure.

What makes Metropolis unique

  • Metropolis owns SP+ and operates 4,200 locations across 40 countries.
  • Its computer vision enables drive-in, drive-out parking with automatic payments.
  • Metropolis extends into airports, hospitality, and Joby vertiport partnerships.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Stock Options

Performance Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

0%
PR Newswire
Jul 16th, 2026
Metropolis appoints ex-LA mayor Eric Garcetti and two advisors as AI parking firm scales

Metropolis Technologies has appointed three advisors as it scales its AI-powered infrastructure. Eric Garcetti, former Los Angeles mayor and US ambassador to India, will advise on public-private partnerships and urban infrastructure. Hugh Wyman Howard III, a retired US Navy rear admiral, will focus on security and critical infrastructure. Jason Park, former DraftKings CFO, will advise on financial strategy. Metropolis operates over 4,200 locations across 40 countries, serving more than 50 million customers annually and processing over $5 billion in transaction volume. The company acquired SP+ for $1.5 billion in 2024, becoming North America's largest parking operator. Metropolis adds over 1 million new members monthly and uses computer vision technology to enable checkout-free payments across mobility, retail, hospitality, and security sectors.

PR Newswire
Jul 8th, 2026
Fresno Yosemite becomes largest California airport to offer contactless parking with Metropolis

Fresno Yosemite International Airport has partnered with Metropolis to introduce contactless parking across all its lots, launching on 14 July. Travellers can register via app or QR code, enabling automatic vehicle recognition and payment without tickets or kiosks. The partnership builds on an existing relationship, as SP+, a Metropolis company, has operated FAT's parking for decades. The new system follows FAT's record 2.7 million passengers in 2025 and completion of FATforward, its largest modernisation project. FAT becomes California's largest airport to offer the technology. Metropolis operates at approximately 75 US airports and recently launched at Sonoma County Airport. Cash payments remain available through designated lanes.

PR Newswire
Apr 14th, 2026
Metropolis expands AeroParker to 6 US airports and integrates Joby baggage services

Metropolis has expanded its aviation services across key US airports, rolling out its AeroParker reservations platform at six regional airports since December 2025, including Salt Lake City International, New Orleans International, and Milwaukee Mitchell International. The company now operates at approximately 75 airports and has launched seamless drive-in, drive-out technology at 10 locations. The parking operator has deployed remote check-in at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and is launching curbside concierge services at George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Metropolis is also partnering with Joby to provide baggage handling for passengers on Blade Urban Air Mobility flights between Manhattan and New York-area airports. Following its $1.5 billion acquisition of SP+ in 2024, Metropolis operates over 4,200 locations across North America, serving 50 million customers annually.

Yahoo Finance
Nov 6th, 2025
Metropolis raises $1.6B for expansion

Metropolis Technologies, backed by SoftBank, raised $1.6 billion to expand its AI-powered technology beyond parking lots into sectors like retail and restaurants. The funding includes a $500 million Series D round led by LionTree, valuing the company at $5 billion, and a $1.1 billion loan led by J.P. Morgan. The capital will be used to hire talent and develop products for new verticals. Metropolis aims to create a "Recognition Economy" for seamless transactions.

Fortune
Jun 27th, 2025
Metropolis nears $5B valuation, new CFO

Metropolis has appointed Lookman Olusanya as its new CFO, effective June 30. Olusanya previously held financial leadership roles at Square, Google Cloud, and AWS. The AI company, known for its checkout-free payment experiences, is nearing a $5 billion valuation as it fundraises. Metropolis serves over 50 million customers, processes $5 billion in annual transactions, and gains 35,000 new members daily.