Operations Specialist, Support Vehicle Fleet

About the Team

DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash. We explore robotics and automation to transform last mile logistics in the long term. If you have a passion for applying robotics solutions in a service used by millions of people, then we want to talk to you!

About the Role

The Operations Specialist, Support Vehicle Fleet will play a key role in facilitating final-mile robot operations at DoorDash Labs. You will be responsible for executing planned maintenance and unplanned repairs on the motor vehicle fleet that enables and supports robot operations. In addition to facilitating repairs with external maintenance shops, you will personally perform maintenance tasks. This vehicle fleet includes box trucks, cargo vans, pickup trucks, and sedans. You will maintain thorough and accurate service records of all tasks performed on vehicles.

You’re excited about this opportunity because you will…

• Perform hands-on work to facilitate, implement, and execute repairs on a vehicle fleet of box trucks, cargo vans, pickup trucks, and sedans.

• Diagnose and safely perform minor vehicle repairs, including (but not limited to) battery jump-starts, tire repairs, bulb replacement, fluid refills, and simple hardware malfunctions.

• Retrofit vehicles with specialized equipment for DoorDash’s robot operational needs.

• Transport vehicles or coordinate towing to maintenance shops for more advanced repairs beyond your scope.

• Work independently and decisively to execute on a list of vehicle repairs and maintenance tasks that directly impact the viability of DoorDash Labs’s robot operations.

• Clearly and consistently document vehicle issues, troubleshooting, repairs, and resolutions.

• Adhere to all company policies, safety regulations, traffic laws, and relevant government regulations for drivers.

• Collaborate effectively with robot operations, service operations, issue triaging teams, and other teams to ensure seamless vehicle issue diagnosis and repair.

• Proactively identify and suggest improvements to vehicle maintenance processes and workflows.

We’re excited about you because you have…

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree or technical certification preferred.

• 3+ years of demonstrated experience in a role including vehicle maintenance responsibilities, such as a truck driver or final-mile delivery driver in a fleet vehicle. Direct mechanic / maintenance experience preferred.

• Strong understanding of basic vehicle components and systems, their safe operation, and their warning signs for malfunction or failure.

• Ability to independently identify, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair basic vehicle failures. Comfortable with identifying vehicle issues and taking action to remedy them.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• A valid driver's license with a demonstrably clean driving record.

• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) regularly and perform repetitive tasks.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Believe in 1% improvement every day.

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About DoorDash

At DoorDash, our mission to empower local economies shapes how our team members move quickly, learn, and reiterate in order to make impactful decisions that display empathy for our range of users—from Dashers to merchant partners to consumers. We are a technology and logistics company that started by enabling door-to-door delivery, and we are looking for team members who can help us go from a company that is known as the place you order food to a company that people turn to for any and all goods.

DoorDash is growing rapidly and changing constantly, which gives our team members the opportunity to share their unique perspectives, solve new challenges, and own their careers. We're committed to supporting employees’ happiness, healthiness, and overall well-being by providing comprehensive benefits and perks including premium healthcare, wellness expense reimbursement, paid parental leave and more.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.

Statement of Non-Discrimination: In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination and harassment based on “protected categories,” we also strive to prevent other subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (i.e., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our office. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at DoorDash. We value a diverse workforce – people who identify as women, non-binary or gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, American Indian or Native Alaskan, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, differently-abled, caretakers and parents, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Thank you to the Level Playing Field Institute for this statement of non-discrimination.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

If you need any accommodations, please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection.

Notice to Applicants for Jobs Located in NYC or Remote Jobs Associated With Office in NYC Only

We used Covey as part of our hiring and/or promotional process for jobs in NYC and certain features may qualify it as an AEDT in NYC. As part of the hiring and/or promotion process, we provided Covey with job requirements and candidate submitted applications. We began using Covey Scout for Inbound from August 21, 2023, through December 21, 2023. We resumed using Covey Scout for Inbound again on June 29, 2024, and ceased using Covey Scout for Inbound on April 30, 2026.

The Covey tool has been reviewed by an independent auditor. Results of the audit may be viewed here: https://getcovey.com/nyc-local-law-144.