Contract QA Field Technician

The Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder™ leverages advanced robotics, computer vision, AI/deep learning, and lasers to eliminate weeds with sub-millimeter accuracy-all without herbicides. This innovative solution reduces environmental impact, promotes soil health, and helps farmers address labor shortages and rising costs. Designed in Seattle and built at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Richland, Washington, the LaserWeeder is setting a new standard for automated weed control. With $157 million in funding from prominent investors such as BOND, NVentures (NVIDIA's venture arm), Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Revolution, Sozo Ventures, and Voyager Capital , Carbon Robotics is driving innovation.

As a no-nonsense team with a bias for action, we take pride in executing our ideas. Whether it's designing transformative technology or visiting farms to ensure our products are reliable and safe, we do whatever it takes to deliver for our customers.


Working here means tackling big problems with big impact. You'll find opportunities to grow professionally, solve complex challenges, and make meaningful contributions to a mission that matters. At Carbon Robotics, we trust our team to act independently and make practical, real-world decisions.


Join us as we innovate, execute, and build the future of farming together.

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About Carbon Robotics

Carbon Robotics is revolutionizing agriculture by developing innovative robotics and AI solutions to help farmers achieve greater efficiency, sustainability, and productivity.

As a part of our team, you will play a critical role in driving this mission forward, working on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of farming.

This position offers the opportunity to work with groundbreaking technology while contributing to a more sustainable future in agriculture. If you are passionate about
innovation and thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment, we want to hear from you!

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly attentive and reliable QA Safety Driver to oversee operations involving autonomous tractors. This role requires a proactive individual to ensure the safe
and efficient functioning of the system, troubleshoot operational challenges, and, when necessary, manually operate the tractor.

Key Responsibilities

- Monitor and ensure the safety and efficiency of the autonomous system while it is remotely
operated.
- Sit in the tractor during remote operations, acting as the on-site point of contact for system
management.
- Conduct regular assessments to optimize performance and address any inefficiencies.
- Manually operate the tractor when remote driving is not feasible, ensuring continued
operation.
- Identify and communicate any technical or operational issues to the remote driver or
technical support team.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for
yourself and others.
- Maintain records of performance metrics and operational challenges for reporting
purposes.
- Assist with routine maintenance and inspection of the tractor and associated equipment as
required.
- Travel will be required 80% of the time

Qualifications

- Valid driver's license with experience operating tractors or other heavy machinery.
- Prior experience with tractor maintenance
- Strong attention to detail and ability to focus on tasks for extended periods.
- Basic technical aptitude to troubleshoot minor mechanical or software issues.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with remote drivers and the
support team.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Familiarity with agricultural practices and equipment
- Ability to work weekends and overtime
- Experience with spreadsheets and other computer software
- Ability to travel

Carbon Robotics follows equitable hiring practices. Flexibility in our hiring process allows hiring of talent at levels different from what are posted. The compensation range outlined is based on a target budgeted base salary. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as relevant experience and skill, Interview assessments and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements. Offers are determined using our equitable hiring practices. Carbon Robotics offers additional compensation in the form of benefits premiums, pre-IPO stock options and On Target Earning commissions for appropriate positions. Base pay ranges are reviewed each year. We are committed to the principle of pay equity - paying employees equitably for similar work.

Carbon Robotics' base salary pay range:

$18-$20 USD

Why would you join Carbon Robotics?

Passion for building teams capable of solving uniquely interesting problems . Innovation while disrupting the market is what we do. Profiled in WSJ and Forbes, Carbon Robotics is poised to become the next billion dollar company in the rapidly growing worldwide Ag-Tech industry.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full time US based* employees, including:

• Competitive salaries
• Pre-IPO Stock Options
• Generous Benefits:
  • Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and all dependents
    • Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
    • Virtual Care - Doctor on Demand
    • Employee Assistance Program
  • Mental Health HRA
  • Restricted Healthcare Travel support
  • Menopause Support
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Flexible PTO
  • 401(k) plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
• Work Culture: Be a part of an inclusive and tight-knit company culture that values innovation and mission-driven success.

* Internationally based employees benefits varies & Contractors are not eligible for Carbon Robotics Benefits or Stock

Carbon Robotics is building a culture of diversity and inclusion for all. We welcome everyone's voice and believe in open and transparent communication. We believe the best products, services, and companies are built by strong teams that include a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences. We are committed to supporting and enabling growth and opportunity for every employee at every level. This is the foundation to which we will build a truly unique environment.

We are equally committed to equal employment opportunity, and it is foundational to how we recruit and hire our talented team. Employment is determined based upon capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including potential pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability , HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.

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