Full-Time

Senior Manager Maintenance and Repair

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Gatik AI

Gatik AI

51-200 employees

Autonomous transportation for B2B logistics

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation

Senior, Expert

Mountain View, CA, USA

Position is salaried and onsite at Mountain View, California.

Category
Quality Control & Compliance
Warehouse Operations
Operations & Logistics
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree. A Master in a related field is a plus.
  • Minimum of 10 years in fleet maintenance management, preferably with box or large haul trucks.
  • Proven leadership experience with a focus on team building and operational management.
  • Strong knowledge of fleet maintenance operations and best practices.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to develop and implement effective SOPs.
  • Must be based in or willing to relocate to Mountain View, CA.
  • Familiarity with fleet management software (e.g., FleetIO).
Responsibilities
  • Oversee all truck technicians across all Gatik locations, ensuring maintenance standards are met and exceeded.
  • Train, and develop a high-performing maintenance team, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
  • Develop and implement maintenance strategies, goals, and objectives that align with Gatik’s long-term business objectives. Monitor team performance and adjust strategies to meet evolving business needs.
  • Establish, refine, and continuously improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for fleet maintenance and repair, ensuring they reflect best practices and drive operational efficiency.
  • Leverage fleet performance metrics and diagnostic data to identify trends, root causes of failures, and areas for improvement. Drive data-driven decision-making to enhance fleet performance and reduce downtime.
  • Manage scheduling, resource allocation, and prioritization of maintenance activities across all locations to minimize vehicle downtime while meeting operational demands.
  • Ensure that all maintenance work is compliant with company standards, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements. Maintain rigorous safety protocols to protect team members and assets.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance maintenance processes and operational efficiency.
  • Implement best practices in fleet maintenance management.
  • Work closely with other departments such as Operations, Procurement, Engineering, etc. to support the integration and maintenance of autonomous technology.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to address technical challenges and implement solutions.

Gatik.ai focuses on autonomous transportation for business-to-business (B2B) logistics, specifically the "middle mile" delivery of goods from distribution centers to retail locations. Their Gatik Carrier™ uses Level 4 autonomous technology to transport freight safely in both highway and urban environments. The company operates on a model called Autonomous Transportation as a Service (ATaaS), which enhances supply chain efficiency while prioritizing safety and sustainability. Gatik differentiates itself by collaborating with government entities and communities to ensure safe operations, aiming to provide a reliable and cost-effective solution for its clients.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$147.6M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

21%

2 year growth

63%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic investment from Nippon Express Holdings boosts North American expansion and market share.
  • Appointment of Aleksandr Petiushko advances AI capabilities, fostering innovative autonomous solutions.
  • Inclusion in Fast Company's list enhances brand recognition and attracts top talent.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from new entrants like Swiss-Mile in the autonomous trucking space.
  • Potential regulatory challenges in North America could complicate expansion efforts.
  • Rapid technological advancements may render Gatik's current technology obsolete if not updated.

What makes Gatik AI unique

  • Gatik focuses on B2B short-haul logistics with autonomous light and medium-duty trucks.
  • Their Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, operates in both highway and urban environments.
  • Gatik's ATaaS model integrates into supply chains, enhancing reliability and sustainability.

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Benefits

Very competitive salaries and stock options

Medical, dental and vision benefits which go above and beyond

Company building events throughout the year, including an annual company retreat

Pet friendly offices

Catered lunches and snacks throughout the week

Stunning, spacious offices in the US and Canada