Fleet Readiness Specialist I

About Alto

Alto is a destination for innovative, intellectually curious, and forward-thinking people. We are disrupting the rideshare industry with a revolutionary, elevated experience and a sustainable business model. At Alto we hire W-2 employee drivers and maintain a company-operated fleet of luxury vehicles. In 2024, we entered into a strategic partnership as Uber's premier fleet operator in Los Angeles and Miami and are rapidly growing our operations in these markets and beyond. Our pillars of safety, consistency, and hospitality give Alto a differentiated experience and advantage from our competitors. Today, we operate in Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, and Houston with ambitions for nationwide expansion coming soon!

Position Overview

The PDF Fleet Readiness Specialist I (FRS I) is the first line of defense in ensuring every vehicle is clean, properly prepared, and operationally ready before entering service. As our operations expand into autonomous vehicle support, FRS Is play a vital role in keeping vehicles safe and ready for daily deployment. This position combines hands-on vehicle preparation with structured technical inspections, including the completion of a Pre-Flight Checklist to verify the readiness of cameras, LiDAR, radar, and other essential sensor systems. The FRS I identifies potential issues early, completes basic corrective actions, and escalates technical concerns promptly to ensure maximum fleet availability and safety.

Department: Operations & Support

Location: California

Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly

Reports To: Operations Management

Rate: $26.00/Hour

Where you Own, and where you support:

The Fleet Readiness Specialist I Owns

• Daily vehicle cleanliness and presentation standards (interior and exterior)
• Pre-Flight Checklist execution and sensor verification (cameras, LiDAR, radar)
• Early issue identification, basic corrective actions, and escalation to FRS II
• On-time vehicle deployment to meet daily operational readiness targets
• Accurate documentation of vehicle inspections and operational records
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized depot work environment

The Fleet Readiness Specialist I is expected to actively communicate vehicle status and operational blockers to the team, escalating critical safety or technical concerns promptly to ensure overall fleet compliance and reliability.

Why this role

• Frontline impact: You directly impact driver and passenger safety and fleet reliability every single day through meticulous vehicle inspection and preparation.
• Cutting-edge technology: Gain hands-on experience working with advanced autonomous vehicle sensor systems, including cameras, LiDAR, and radar. Clear path for growth: Build technical and operational skills with a clear progression path towards Fleet Readiness Specialist II (FRS II) and supervisory roles.

• Culture of excellence: Work alongside a dedicated depot team committed to safety, hospitality, and high operating standards.

You will:

• Prepare vehicles for deployment: Perform daily interior and exterior cleaning, cabin inspections, debris removal, and verification of vehicle presentation to ensure fleet deployment targets are met on time.
•  Execute Pre-Flight Checklists: Complete required inspections of cameras, LiDAR, radar, and sensor components before vehicle deployment, ensuring sensor surfaces are clean and reporting expected status. Data disk reload and Identify and escalate issues: Catch failed inspections, system alerts, or damage early. Perform authorized basic corrective actions and escalate unresolved technical/safety concerns to FRS II with clear documentation.
• Maintain accurate records: Document inspection results accurately using designated digital systems and procedures to support operational reporting and safety compliance.
• Uphold depot excellence & safety: Follow standardized work instructions, maintain a clean and organized work space, and actively participate in safety meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

What you bring to the table:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in fleet operations, automotive service, vehicle detailing, logistics, or another hands-on operational environment preferred.
• Basic comfort using mobile applications, tablets, and digital inspection tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized technical procedures.
• Ability to identify abnormalities and escalate concerns quickly.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operation with changing priorities.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record when vehicle movement is required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift in indoor and outdoor environments.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs.

We prefer

• Prior experience with autonomous vehicle hardware, sensors, or camera/LiDAR calibration.
• Experience working in a safety-critical operating environment or technical service facility.
• Demonstrated interest in automotive technology, electronics, or fleet maintenance systems.

ADA Statement:

The above statements describe what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.

EEO Statement:

Alto is committed to equal opportunity and is firmly committed to preventing discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, based on legally protected diversity characteristics (such as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, citizenship, genetic information, and veteran status) in its application and hiring processes and in its employment decisions.