Operations Specialist - Driver - Columbus, OH

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Columbus, Ohio, US Until 9/16/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted May 7, 2026 Last posted July 18, 2026
Job description

Join Bird’s mission to change the way the world moves, one ride at a time. Our award-winning electric vehicles help reduce carbon emissions and traffic in over 400 cities around the world — and we’re just getting started.

 

We're hiring for a full-time position, through our through our trusted staffing partner, TalentBurst

 

As an Operations Specialist, you’ll play a key role in keeping our fleet moving. You’ll drive, deploy, relocate, and prepare scooters for riders, working behind the scenes to ensure every ride is safe, smooth, and on time. 

Shift: 8am-4pm and 5pm-1am must be available on weekends,

Pay: starts at $16/hour 

What You'll Do

  • Safely drive, load/unload, and follow mobile app routes to deploy or retrieve scooters
  • Operate a smartphone while multitasking in a fast-paced environment
  • Relocate scooters from low-demand to high-demand areas efficiently
  • Perform basic diagnostics and quality checks on scooters and e-bikes
  • Support warehouse and fleet staging operations
  • Communicate clearly with teammates and use internal tools to hit daily goals.
  • Participate in product testing and new feature rollouts

 

What You Bring

  • Must be 21+ years old.
  • A valid driver’s license with at least two years of driving experience
  • Comfortably using smartphone apps while on the move
  • Ability to lift up to 80 lbs (with or without accommodation). Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
  • Able to work weekends
  • Proficiency in English, bilingual a plus! 
  • Bonus: Availability for weekend or varied shift work, and familiarity with local streets and neighborhoods
  • Previous experience in delivery, logistics, rideshare, or warehouse work is a plus

Location: 2491 N High Street, Columbus, OH, 43202

 

Life at Bird

We’re bold, collaborative, and mission-driven. You’ll join a team that values diversity, authenticity, and innovation — and is always ready to build the future of micro-mobility together. Bird is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

 

 

#INPR1

 

 

 

About this role

Summary

Drive and manage scooter deployment, perform basic diagnostics, and support fleet operations.

Job title

Operations Specialist - Driver

Experience level

none

Industry

transportation

Location requirements

Columbus, Ohio; work onsite with some weekend availability

Salary

starts at $16/hour

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

driver’s licensedriving experiencesmartphone uselifting up to 80 lbscommunication

Preferred skills

delivery experiencelogisticsridesharewarehouse worklocal knowledge

Specializations

drivingfleet operationsdeliverylogistics scooter deployment
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Columbus, OH, USA

On-site City