Utility Worker

Via is on a mission to create public transportation systems that provide greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education. With hundreds of agency partners around the world, Via is recognized as the leading transportation technology and service provider globally.

As a Utility Worker at Via, you will play a key role in maintaining the safety, efficiency, and functionality of our fully electric vehicle fleet. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly through a wide range on the ground tasks. 

• Daytime Utility Worker is primarily responsible for intraday vehicle charging, moving vehicles to support daytime operational needs, and other tasks to keep our fleet in top shape.
• Shifts are estimated to be between 11am to 8pm.
• Overnight Utility Worker is primarily responsible for overnight charging operations, coordinating vehicle cleaning, and ensuring the fleet is ready for morning service.
• Shifts are estimated to be between the hours of 8pm to 5am.

What You'll Do:

• Monitor vehicle charge levels and maneuver vehicles to chargers as needed 
• Support overall fleet health by coordinating repairs and preventative maintenance; shuttling vehicles to/from vendors; inspecting vehicles for cleanliness, readiness and visual appearance and track out-of-service vehicles to optimize fleet supply
• Perform smaller maintenance tasks (e.g., tire swaps, light repairs)
• Support the operations team with miscellaneous on-the-ground responsibilities, including maintaining and/or adjusting vehicle equipment and trade dress equipment, organizing workspaces, and assisting with local market initiatives

Who You Are:

• You take initiative, solve problems on the fly, and love getting the job done
• A dynamic team player who is willing to wear multiple hats and tackle projects of all types
• Detail-oriented enough to keep track of vehicle schedules, yet hands-on enough to jump into a repair
• Comfortable driving and maneuvering minivans and larger cutaway-sized vehicles
• Practical knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics and diagnostics is preferred (not mandatory)
• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license
• Successful completion of a drug test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle records check is mandatory. This includes a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) with no felonies, no DUI/DWI or reckless driving convictions, and no more than 2 speeding tickets

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: $18-$20 per hour
• We are proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including health and retirement benefits.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts as required for charging operations

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