Truck Operations Specialist

$58,240 - $75,920/Yr

Aurora Innovation - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Pittsburgh, PA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Truck Operations Specialist at Aurora is responsible for safely piloting and copilot autonomous semi-trucks and other autonomous vehicles during on-road and closed-course testing. This role is crucial in delivering real-time feedback to engineers to enhance the self-driving technology and improve operational efficiency. The position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and effective communication while interacting with the public as an ambassador for Aurora.

Responsibilities

• Safely pilot and copilot autonomous semi trucks and other autonomous vehicles for on-road and closed-course testing.
• Remain alert and attentive while monitoring the Aurora Driver during extended stretches of autonomy.
• Log real-time feedback regarding autonomy and platform performance during testing, to be delivered to engineers.
• Escalate operational blockers with suggested solutions.
• Demonstrate positive impact at Aurora by working on cross-functional projects as time permits.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of how our self-driving technology works.
• Understand daily software and operational changes.
• Work toward quantitative and qualitative goals that impact all of Vehicle Operations and Aurora.
• Interact with the public as an ambassador for Aurora.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience driving trucks commercially.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Interstate Class-A Commercial Driver's License.
• Clean driving record with 0 violation points.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize and make strategic decisions proactively.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Available to work night shifts (second and/or third shift).
• Ability to work rotating shifts as needed.
• Ability to work regular overtime and some weekends.
• 80% of shift time spent in vehicle (vehicle as office).
• Must pass pre-employment, post-incident, and randomized drug testing in accordance with FMCSA requirements.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must pass DOT physical.
• Meet all DOT qualifications.

Nice-to-haves

• Truck technician experience.
• Inquisitive attitude, interested in problem solving and solving puzzles.
• Experience in operations, technology, customer service, or automotive field.
• Experience working in a collaborative environment - team player.
• Proficient in G-Suite.
• Command line interface experience.
• Interest and aptitude for technology tools - apps, gaming, adobe creative suite, etc.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance