Job Description
The Autonomous Vehicle Operator is responsible for safely operating Gatik's box trucks on designated routes to ensure timely deliveries, collect route data to support autonomous technology development, and maintain safety and customer service standards in the Greater Toronto Region.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate class 3-7 delivery vehicles manually to ensure on-time deliveries and safety.
- Drive assigned routes to collect data supporting the development of autonomous driving technology.
- Assist with loading and unloading goods securely using appropriate equipment.
- Perform routine vehicle checks to maintain safety and operational standards.
- Update dispatch team on route and shift status.
- Collaborate with teams to follow collection and drop-off procedures.
- Adhere to company SOPs and safety standards during vehicle operation.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years experience operating box straight trucks up to 26-35 ft long in North America (US or CN) with a valid AZ through DZ driver’s license
- Ability to be insurable by our underwriting, including a clean driving record, personal and professional background check
- Ability to use smartphone applications and willingness to provide your mobile device
- Must be willing to work flexible hours on both weekdays and weekends
- This job often requires physical work including, but not limited to bending, stooping, and various operation tasks that may require lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs., climbing a ladder, and operating a manual pallet jack with up to 400 lbs. (181 kg) of goods and material
- Ensure safe, reliable operation of class 3-7 less than 33,001 pound GVWR, with or without air brakes, box truck delivery vehicles, in manual modes while keeping other drivers, operators, the public, and the vehicle safe
- Manually drive the vehicles on assigned, consistent routes to gather route data in support of moving toward future state autonomous operations
- Display customer service orientation and act as an ambassador for the company toward customers and the public
- Ensure vehicles arrive at pick-up and drop-off locations on time and the integrity of goods is retained on each journey
- Assist with safe, secure loading and unloading of customer goods using equipment such as pallet jacks, carts, dollies, lift gates, handbombing, etc.
- Update the dispatch team on shift and route status
- Perform daily routine checks to ensure the operation and safety of trucks by monitoring fluid levels, tire pressure, hose connections, etc.
- Collaborate with teams to follow collection and drop-off procedures on each journey
- Learn and adhere to company standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance with safe operations standards
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary range (not specified in detail)
Work schedule includes flexible hours on weekdays and weekends
Onsite work in the Greater Toronto Region
Opportunities to contribute to innovative autonomous vehicle technology
Potential for career growth in a rapidly expanding company
Inclusive and diverse work environment
Collaboration with a talented team
Contribution to sustainable supply chain solutions
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