Fleet Readiness Technician (Overnight)

TL;DR

Fleet Readiness Technician (Overnight) (Autonomous Ground Handling): Conducting overnight readiness checks, cleaning, mechanical triage, and dashcam data offloads for autonomous tugs at Atlanta airport with an accent on safety, data auditing, and operational readiness. Focus on ensuring spotless vehicles, complete footage uploads, coordinating repairs, and seamless shift handoffs to support high-performance fleet operations.

Atlanta - Onsite at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Must be able to pass federal background checks and receive airport security badge. Availability Monday–Friday 10:00 PM–6:00 AM.

$24 – $26 per hour • Offers Equity

Company

Series A startup transforming airport ground handling with autonomous tugs, backed by top aviation and autonomous driving VCs, serving major airlines.

What you will do

• Conduct overnight readiness checks, clean interiors/exteriors/sensors on every tug, and stage units for first-shift operations.
• Triage mechanical issues, coordinate repairs with external partners based on operational needs.
• Offload and audit dashcam SD card data, upload to cloud, format cards, manage inventory and hardware.
• Track fleet status, document work in shift reports, report issues, and handoff to incoming teams.
• Maintain clean work area, follow PPE and ramp safety protocols, refine best practices documentation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, valid US driver's license.
• Must pass federal background checks and obtain airport security badge.
• Availability for overnight shifts Monday–Friday 10:00 PM–6:00 AM onsite at ATL.
• Strong documentation skills, proficiency with Google Workspace, Slack, Jira.
• Ability to work independently overnight with commitment to safety.
• Physical ability to stand/walk extended periods, lift 50lbs, work in all weather, handle small hardware.

Nice to have

• Prior experience in aviation, airport, or airside operations.
• Familiarity with autonomous systems or vehicles.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on role in fast-paced airside environment with focus on safety and operational excellence.
• Equity offered as part of compensation.
• Work with cutting-edge autonomous fleet technology at a major international airport.