Job Description
The Autonomous Vehicle Operator is responsible for safely operating Gatik's class 3-7 trucks on designated routes to ensure timely deliveries, collect route data to support autonomous driving technology development, and maintain safety and customer service standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate Class 3-7 delivery vehicles manually on assigned routes
- Collect route data to support the development of autonomous driving technology
- Ensure timely delivery of goods while maintaining cargo integrity
- Assist with loading and unloading of customer goods using appropriate equipment
- Perform daily vehicle safety checks and routine maintenance monitoring
- Update dispatch team on route and shift status
- Follow standard operating procedures and safety standards
Requirements
- Possesses a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with 3 years of driving experience, or candidates without a CDL are encouraged to apply.
- Maintains a clean driving record and successfully passes background and drug screenings.
- Comfortable operating box trucks measuring 26 to 30 feet, with or without a refrigerated unit.
- Demonstrates initiative, proactivity, and a strong focus on detail and safety.
- Communicates clearly and collaborates effectively, while also thriving in independent work settings.
- Tech-savvy and adaptable to varied shift schedules, including evenings, weekdays, and weekends.
- Shift hours typically begin at 2:00 AM and run 8 to 12 hours, ending around 2:00 to 3:00 PM.
- Expected to work 40 to 45 hours per week, with availability required across all 7 days.
- Able to safely operate manual mode of class 3-7 delivery vehicles, ensuring safety of other drivers, operators, the public, and the vehicle.
- Able to manually drive assigned, consistent routes to gather route data in support of future autonomous operations.
- Able to assist with safe, secure loading and unloading of customer goods using equipment such as pallet jacks, carts, dollies, lift gates, handbombing, etc.
- Able to perform daily routine checks of trucks, including monitoring fluid levels, tire pressure, hose connections, etc., to ensure operation and safety.
- Able to update the dispatch team on shift and route status accurately.
- Able to perform ad-hoc projects such as truck delivery to new locations, testing, or installing new equipment.
- Able to learn and adhere to company standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance with safe operations standards.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range not specified
Work schedule with shifts typically beginning at 2:00 AM and lasting 8 to 12 hours, totaling 40-45 hours per week
Work environment perks include safe and reliable operation of vehicles, adherence to safety standards, and collaboration with teams
Additional benefits include opportunities for data collection to improve autonomous driving technology, a focus on safety and compliance, and a diverse, inclusive work culture
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