Operations Specialist, Bluebikes

Lyft
Boston, MA
HybridCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with hands-on operational experience in logistics or transportation working in urban bikeshare systems.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on operational experience in logistics or transportation and a background in urban mobility systems
    — “support the General Manager of Bluebikes in developing and executing operational plans
  • Individuals who have managed contractor relationships and field operations in dynamic environments
    — “oversee aspects of contractor relationship management, and perform occasional quality checks in field and depot

Things to consider

  • Requires in-office presence for three days per week, with limited remote flexibility
    — “work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
  • Compensation range is fixed and does not include equity or bonuses in the base pay
    — “The expected base pay range for this position in the Boston area is $66,240 - $82,800

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with process optimization and contractor management in your resume and interviews
    — “create/refine playbooks and SOPs, support workforce planning, oversee aspects of contractor relationship management
  • Demonstrate your ability to analyze operational data and translate it into actionable improvements
    — “using insights from field operations and data to collaborate with teams, implement solutions
  • Show familiarity with urban transportation systems and sustainability goals
    — “shared our vision for active transportation that empowers local communities, reduces our environmental footprint
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid

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What success looks like

  • Support the General Manager in developing and executing operational plans
  • Identify root causes of issues and implement solutions
  • Maintain relationships with city partners and address market-specific operational issues
Typical background
Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of experience overseeing operations in a complex, fast-moving, rapidly changing environment

Skills & requirements

Required

Field OperationsPerformance MonitoringPlaybook CreationWorkforce PlanningContractor Relationship ManagementQuality ChecksData AnalysisCommunicationProblem-solvingTime ManagementAttention To DetailBig Picture Thinking

Preferred

Warehouse Or Hands-on Operations ExperienceInterest In Biking, Bikeshare, Sustainable Transportation, And City PlanningAI Tools For Productivity

Stack & domain

Google SheetsData Analysis ToolsOrganizational And Time Management SkillsAttention To DetailData-based Problem-solvingWarehouse Or Hands-on Operations EnvironmentBikingSustainable TransportationCity PlanningAI ToolsCommunicationProblem-solvingTeamworkLeadershipAdaptabilityTransportationSustainability

About the role

Original posting from Lyft

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.

Lyft Urban Solutions is the operator of six bikeshare systems across the country, including Bluebikes, the Boston area’s public bike share system. We’re looking for an Operations Specialist who wants to continue the micromobility revolution. 

As the Operations Specialist, you will support the General Manager of Bluebikes in developing and executing operational plans with a consistent eye towards service quality, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and the overall customer experience. You’ll roll up your sleeves for some hands-on problem solving, while also tackling big picture projects to improve the Bluebikes system. 

If you share our vision for active transportation that empowers local communities, reduces our environmental footprint, and brings people together, then we’d love to meet you! 

Responsibilities:

Ensure smooth daily field operations: monitor performance, create/refine playbooks and SOPs, support workforce planning, oversee aspects of contractor relationship management, and perform occasional quality checks in field and depot

Conduct deep-dive analysis to identify root causes of issues, using insights from field operations and data to collaborate with teams, implement solutions, and drive performance improvements

Own end-to-end processes like invoicing and asset tracking to support the success of the business

Audit performance of functional areas against SLAs, proactively identifying and escalating risks and inefficiencies

Support the Bluebikes team in maintaining relationships with our city partners and addressing market-specific operational issues or special projects

Communicate clearly and confidently with stakeholders, clients, and vendors, tackling challenging conversations when necessary

Manage shifting priorities effectively, adapting to dynamic needs while maintaining a positive, solution-oriented attitude

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of experience overseeing operations in a complex, fast-moving, rapidly changing environment such as a distribution warehouse, marketplace, or delivery operation

Experience using Google Sheets and other data analysis tools to identify inefficiencies and propose solutions

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Strong attention to detail, with an ability to zoom out and understand the bigger context of your work

Proven track record of data-based problem-solving with the ability to think on your feet

Nice to have: 

Experience in a warehouse or hands-on operations environment

Strong interest in biking, bikeshare, sustainable transportation, and city planning

Familiarity with AI tools to strengthen day-to-day productivity

Benefits:

Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled

Mental health benefits

Family building benefits

Child care and pet benefits

401(k) plan with company match to help save for your future

In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off

18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible

Subsidized commuter benefits

Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership

Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

The expected base pay range for this position in the Boston area is $66,240 - $82,800, not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

Source: Lyft careers

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