Fleet Operations Robot Technician, Atlas III

The Fleet Operations Robot Technician (AKA: Robot Wrangler) is responsible for the day-to-day physical health, readiness, and availability of a humanoid robot fleet. This role ensures robots are clean, charged, configured, and in the right place at the right time so research, testing, and development work can proceed without unnecessary delays.

Robot Wranglers are the frontline operators of fleet readiness. They perform routine checks, detect early signs of issues, and ensure accurate handoff to technical leads when problems arise. This role requires strong attention to detail, operational discipline, and comfort working hands-on with complex robotic systems in a fast-paced lab environment.

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Readiness & Health

• Perform routine pre-use and post-use checks to ensure robots are safe, functional, and ready for operation.

• Ensure robots are powered, charged, cleaned, and staged according to daily schedules.

• Verify correct hardware configuration, accessories, and setup for planned activities.

• Identify visible wear, damage, or abnormal behavior and escalate promptly.

Daily Operations & Logistics

• Stage robots for experiments, testing, demos, and deployments.

• Execute standard operating procedures consistently and reliably.

• Track robot location, assignment, and availability throughout the day.

• Coordinate robot handoffs between teams and shifts to ensure continuity.

• Maintain organized fleet areas, charging stations, tools, and accessories.

• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives as the fleet scales.

Issue Detection & Escalation

• Serve as the first observer for robot issues during handling, setup, or operation.

• Log issues accurately in work tracking systems with clear descriptions and context.

• Escalate issues to Robot Captains or Fleet Operations leadership according to defined procedures.

Documentation & System Updates

• Update fleet status, readiness, and location in tracking systems.

• Log health checks, incidents, and handoffs to maintain fleet visibility.

• Follow standardized operating procedures for startups, shutdowns, and shift transitions.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow and reinforce safety protocols when working around high-energy or mobile robotic systems.

• Ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.

• Stop work and escalate immediately if unsafe conditions are observed.

Core Competencies

• Customer-Centric Mindset: Treats internal teams and leaders as customers in how they operate.

• Operational Discipline: Executes procedures accurately and consistently.

• Situational Awareness: Notices early indicators of issues before they escalate.

• Reliability: Can be trusted with critical daily responsibilities that impact team productivity.

• Communication: Provides clear, concise updates during handoffs and escalations.

• Safety Mindset: Prioritizes safety for people and equipment at all times.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comfort working hands-on with complex mechanical or electromechanical systems.

• Ability to follow technical procedures and checklists with high attention to detail.

• Familiarity with work tracking or issue management systems.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel.

• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, evolving R&D environment.

Typical Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field or equivalent hands-on experience.

• 1–4 years of experience in a technical operations/service, lab support, manufacturing, or field support role.

• Experience working with mechanical, electrical, or robotic systems preferred.

• Prior experience in lab, test, or production environments is a plus.

• Experience with lean manufacturing and 5S/6S preferred.

The base pay range for this position is between $37.00 to $47.00 hourly. Base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This range represents a good-faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Boston Dynamics offers a generous Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and an annual bonus structure. Additional details regarding these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer for employment.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position.