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Autonomous Driving Specialist

$24 - $30 per hour

Thorndale Partners

As a VehicleOperations Specialist (VOS)for on-road testing , you are the guardian of our technology. You are the link between our cutting-edge AI and the unpredictability of the open road.

This isn't simply a "driving job"—it's a technical role that requires the focus of a pilot and the analytical mind of a tester. You will operate vehicles with proprietary technology, providing real-time feedback to our engineering teams to ensure our fleet is safe, efficient, and smarter every day.

Great Pay - $24-$30/Hr. based on experience with driving roles and AVO experience.

  • You will be offered a W2 (employee) contract, complete with employment benefits including:
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Employer Subsidized healthcare benefits
  • Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
  • All costs for short and long-term disability and life insurance covered.
  • 401k package
  • Payments are processed weekly on Fridays, accounting for the previous Monday to Sunday week.

Do you fit the following description? If so then please read the responsibilities and benefits of why this is such a great opportunity….make sure you meet these minimum requirements first though –

  • Clean Driving Record - A pristine driving history (no major infractions in the last 5+ years). Cannot have more than 1 violation point count
  • Technical - Ability to navigate complexsoftware interfaces and troubleshoot basic hardware/connectivity issues.
  • Focus - High "situational awareness"—the ability to remain hyper-focused for long durations in a repetitive environment
  • Communication - Strong written Englishskills for technical reporting and clearverbal skills for real-time communications.
  • Adaptable and Flexible – May test different software regularly and have to adjust shifts and schedules, possibly work on the weekend.
  • Physical – Ability to sit in a car 6-8 hours a day and to be able to move and lift 30lbs for equipment.

Core Responsibilities

Your day-to-day involves more than just sittingbehind the wheel. You are an agile sensor tester and a safety expert.

  • Systems Supervision: Monitor vehicle softwaresystems while upholdingsafe operational protocols and full legal compliance.
  • Structured Testing: Execute specifictest cases (e.g.navigating construction zones, roundabouts, heavy pedestrian traffic, etc.) and document system performance accordingly.
  • Data Logging& Reporting: Provide concise, high-quality verbal and writtenfeedback on non-ideal vehicle behaviors and edge-case scenarios.
  • Fleet Health: Perform pre-and-post-trip vehicle inspections, ensuringsensors (LiDAR, Cameras, Radar) are clean and report major, operational concerns accordingly.
  • Collaboration: Work directly with Software and Hardware Engineersto troubleshoot issues identified during your shift(s).

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diplomaor GED.
  • Valid U.S. Driver’sLicense for at least 5 years.
  • Ability to work flexible hours (including nightsand weekends).
  • Must pass a rigorous background check and drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technicalfield or equivalent experience in fleet operations and/or precision driving.
  • Experience in the AV industryor testing complexhardware/software systems.
  • Knowledge of vehicledynamics or basic automotive mechanics.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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