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Field Operations Manager

Via

Responsibilities

  • Run the daily onsite operations of our service. You’ll make sure our operations run smoothly to provide our riders with safe, reliable, and accessible transportation.
  • Make informed, real-time decisions about fleet, driver supply, compliance, rider needs, and unexpected issues - stepping in quickly to ensure continuously excellent and dependable service.
  • Guide and support drivers - building strong relationships, addressing concerns, and ensuring they feel equipped to deliver great service.
  • Turn rider and community feedback into tangible improvements, spotting patterns and collaborating with internal teams to make thoughtful and actionable operational improvements.
  • Use data and technology to understand service performance, diagnose problems, and implement solutions that enhance efficiency and rider experience.
  • Act as the operational bridge between city partners, drivers, and Via central teams to help bring the community's goals to life.

Who You Are

  • Operationally experienced, with a background in people management, logistics, customer service, or process-oriented work.
  • Relationship oriented, earning trust from drivers, riders, teammates, and city partners through clear communication and follow-through.
  • Hands-on and proactive, preferring to be in the field, learning the service firsthand, and solving problems where they happen.
  • Tactical and strategic, able to problem-solve issues as they come up but also think long term about solutions to mitigate these occurrences.
  • Mission driven, motivated by expanding access to transportation and improving how communities move.
  • Based in Rochester, MN ready to be onsite 4–5 days a week.

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 / per 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.