Autonomous Equipment Operator

Now Hiring: Autonomous Equipment Operator | Construction Technology Location: Lincoln, TX area Schedule: 10-Hour Shifts | Day/Night Shift Availability We are looking for a hands-on Autonomous Equipment Operator to support autonomous heavy equipment operations using an advanced autonomous equipment monitoring platform. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in heavy equipment operations, construction technology, or remote equipment monitoring who wants to transition into the growing world of autonomous construction technology. What You'll Do: Monitor and support autonomous and semi-autonomous heavy equipment operations through a centralized control system. Track equipment positioning, performance, operational alerts, and safety conditions. Manage equipment assignments, routes, and workflows to ensure safe and efficient operations. Identify equipment faults, positioning errors, and communication issues while performing basic troubleshooting. Coordinate with field crews, technical teams, and site leadership to resolve equipment issues. Follow established safety procedures, including emergency stops, equipment shutdowns, and recovery protocols. Maintain accurate incident reports, equipment logs, and shift turnover documentation. Support daily equipment startup, operational readiness, and shutdown procedures. What We're Looking For: Candidates must meet ONE of the following experience requirements: Remote Equipment Experience: 1+ year monitoring or supervising autonomous or remotely operated equipment, including mining automation, Cat Command, MineStar, dispatch, or control-room operations. Heavy Equipment Experience: 2+ years operating dozers, loaders, excavators, compactors, articulated dump trucks, tractors, or grading equipment. Construction Technology Experience: 2+ years working in construction field technology, surveying, machine-control support, or site operations around active heavy equipment. Additional Requirements: Strong understanding of construction site safety, equipment movement, and operational hazards. Comfortable using computers, digital equipment displays, and monitoring software. Ability to recognize equipment issues, follow procedures, and communicate effectively with field personnel. Strong attention to detail and ability to remain focused throughout a 10-hour shift. Valid driver's license and ability to complete required site safety and screening procedures. Ability to work onsite in Lexington, TX, including day or night shifts. Willingness to complete required training, including potential training in Mendon. Nice to Have: Experience with Trimble, Topcon, Leica, or John Deere machine-control systems. Familiarity with GPS, GNSS, RTK, or equipment positioning technology. Background in earthmoving, grading, excavation, or heavy civil construction. Experience troubleshooting equipment alerts or digital control systems. Previous exposure to autonomous equipment or remote operations. Why This Opportunity? Take your construction or heavy equipment experience to the next level by working with cutting-edge autonomous technology. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced equipment monitoring systems while supporting innovative construction operations. previous autonomous equipment experience is preferred — just a strong operational or technical background, willingness to learn, and commitment to safety. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tundra Technical Solutions