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Field Operations Manager

Via Transportation

Oakland, CA · Posted June 1, 2026

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About the job

Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. From changing a single person’s daily commute to reducing humanity’s collective environmental footprint — we’ve got huge goals.

As a Field Operations Manager on Via’s Transit-as-a-Service (TaaS) Operations team, you’ll be responsible for managing operations using our innovative technology platform. You’ll manage daily operations while driving continuous improvement and growth of our services.

**This is an in-person position with the expectation that you will be onsite in Bayview, CA 3-5 days per week.**

What You’ll Do:

Ensure operational excellence and an unbelievable customer experience

Oversee operations in person, the business needs may dictate a need for early mornings or evenings at times

Manage driver supply to ensure the appropriate amount of vehicles are in service at any given time to meet demand expectations

Prioritize operational issues as the real-time point of contact and implement creative solutions to solve problems as they arise

Respond to driver feedback and live customer issues

Diligently work collaboratively with a broad interdisciplinary team to scale operational processes, systems, and tools to drive rapid growth

Analyze, interpret metrics/KPIs in order to identify possible inefficiencies and apply analysis to optimize operations.

Who You Are:

A socially perceptive, environmentally conscious individual who is aligned with promoting transportation equity and the reduction of carbon emissions.

A self-starter who is comfortable taking on a high level of responsibility

A driven executor with a track record of end to end ownership of a book of business, and a history of hitting KPIs and revenue goals.

A team-focused individual that takes ownership of their work and pride in their team's success.

Experienced in project management, creating and refining operational processes, and customer service. Multi-site management experience is a plus.

An outgoing and sociable leader; skilled at communicating professionally with partners, customers and driver partners from a broad range of backgrounds.

Willing to wear multiple hats and contribute on projects of all types

Fluent in English, additional languages a plus

Based in the Oakland or SF area can easily commute between operations at least 3-5 times a week

Experienced in managing (including scheduling) a team is a plus

Taking initiative and owning new projects

Comfortable with ambiguity and evolving / adapting as conditions change

Experienced in managing projects with multiple stakeholders is a plus

Bachelor’s degree is a plus

Compensation and Benefits:

Final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills. Salary reflected does not include equity or variable pay, where applicable.

Salary Range: $65,000 - 75,000 / year.

We are proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including free medical plans and 401K matching.

There has never been a more exciting time to be on the cutting edge of public mobility. Ready to join the ride?

Via is an equal opportunity employer.