Autonomous Vehicle Fleet Supervisor

Avos Team Lead

Cognizant is a large IT consulting firm that leverages modern technologies to improve a variety of business operations. As our team continues to grow, we are currently looking to hire additional teams leads. This role is on site, and all candidates must reside in the United States. The AVOS (Autonomous Vehicle Operator Supervisor) team lead plays a crucial role in coordinating all day-to-day field operations, ensuring the highest levels of customer service, efficiency, and safety. This position involves providing guidance to staff, handles driver check-in processes, assigning work, and coordinates schedule rotations. Develops a safe team-oriented environment, maintains adherence to established protocols, and handles various tasks to ensure smooth operations.

Role Responsibilities:

• Direct and guide field staff to maintain outstanding customer service and operational efficiency in a safe manner.
• Manage driver check-in processes, including readiness for the schedule, daily checklists, and assignment of day-to-day tasks.
• Supervises operational targets and adjust schedules for operational efficiencies.
• Ensure drivers comply and adhere to the procedural guidelines.
• Observe safety practices and take corrective action when required.
• Monitors and handle break times for drivers to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Assist dispatch supervisors, including coordinating wheelchair assistance calls.
• Assist operations/depot manager during training sessions and one-on-one meetings.
• Interact with officials on routine matters during shifts.
• Manage location under the direction of the general manager.
• Participate in disciplinary actions, including discharge meetings.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED, bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Availability to work in different shifts (24 hours).
• Able to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until October 17th, 2025. The hourly rate for this position is between $26 $28 per hour, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus paid time off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan

Disclaimer: The hourly rate, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

The Cognizant community:

We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don't just dream of a better way we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities, and climate by doing what's right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you.

About us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital.

What we offer:

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning, and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

Other employment-related information:

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.