L2- Operator

Transdev's Autonomous Mobility & Fleet Specialists play a critical role in delivering safe autonomous driving systems. This dynamic position involves autonomous vehicle operations, fleet logistics, and field recovery. Training will cover multiple functions, and deployment may vary based on operational needs. You will operate and evaluate self-driving vehicles, provide ride-hail services, and execute safe roadside recovery operations while maintaining professionalism and responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Transdev's high standard of safety, situational awareness, and professionalism inside and outside the vehicle.
• Demonstrate superior situational awareness and a deep understanding of proprietary technology, adjusting proactively to rapid operational changes.
• Safely operate and evaluate vehicles in autonomous and manual modes, including manual transmission driving, across defined routes, undefined routes, and closed-course facilities under various environmental conditions.
• Monitor multiple software systems and onboard data recording computers with constant focus.
• Provide concise, clear, and accurate verbal and written feedback, daily reports, and documentation regarding vehicle operations, software releases, and recurring bugs.
• Ride comfortably as a passenger in an autonomous vehicle where the operator may have limited control.
• Coordinate vehicle batch setups prior to shift arrivals, ensuring the fleet is clean and prepared for daily missions.
• Follow diagnostic guides to troubleshoot driver support modules (laptops, mobile devices, monitoring cameras) and escalate issues to technical support.
• Assist as a spotter to guide vehicle movements inside and outside depots, parking spots, and remote locations.
• Oversee asset security processes, including managing vehicle keys, accounting for data disks, and ensuring only badged personnel access vehicle areas.
• Safely operate a non-autonomous vehicle to monitor driverless vehicle locations and respond to recovery or rescue situations.
• Execute safe vehicle recovery operations, including parking defensively, setting up scene protection, disengaging autonomous software, and driving the vehicle to a safe location.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and roadside assistance to passengers of driverless vehicles, helping them disembark, board a rescue vehicle, and reach their destination.
• Act as a professional representative for the public, client guests, security, and facilities staff at remote sites.
• Work flexibly, either individually or in small teams, adapting to shifting operational demands, modified schedules, or new technologies.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience driving on public roads; additional experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required; four-year college degree in a related field (e.g., industrial or applied sciences) preferred.
• Preferred: 6 months of autonomous vehicle testing, specialist experience, or fleet deployment operations.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a clean driving record meeting state Autonomous Vehicle Tester (AVT) regulations (e.g., no more than 1 point on a CA record or no more than one non-major moving violation in the preceding 3 years).
• No driver's license suspensions or revocations due to operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs within the last 10 years.
• Never have been the at-fault driver in a motor vehicle accident resulting in injury or death.
• Ability to qualify for and maintain an AVT license/permit, defensive driving certifications, and remain in good standing per company safety policies.
• Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical screening.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without restrictions and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Skills

• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using touchscreen smartphones (Android preferred) and laptop computers, including GSuite applications (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Chats/Hangouts).
• Typing Speed: Ability to type at least 40 adjusted words per minute.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to describe technical observations, escalate issues, and document complex scenarios professionally.
• Adaptability & Judgment: Proven ability to multitask across multiple technologies, react quickly to simultaneous scenarios, and demonstrate sound judgment in fast-paced, high-stress environments.
• Driving Skills: Exceptional situational awareness and ability to parallel park with minimal assistance.
• Schedule Flexibility & Travel: Highly adaptable to fluid schedules, including early mornings, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Must be willing to work overtime and be recalled at short notice. Willingness to travel for up to one month at a time (10%–20% travel).
• Environmental & Vehicle Adaptability: Comfortable performing the majority of a 6-to-8-hour shift inside a compact crossover vehicle, alone or with a co-driver. Must work outdoors and be routinely exposed to inclement weather or extreme environments.

Physical Requirements

• Routine use of extremities (hands, fingers, grip) to handle, feel, reach, or type; ability to climb stairs/ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to routinely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Vision capabilities must include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform shifts out of a compact crossover vehicle, with frequent exposure to inclement weather and extreme environments.
• Occasional operation of alternative transportation modes, such as a bicycle or scooter, if required.

Benefits

• Vacation: Minimum of 1 week.
• Sick Days: 5 days.
• Holidays: 6 days.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-term Disability.
• Voluntary Long-term Disability.

Pay

$28.00 - $31.00 per hour.

Schedule

• Flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, overnights, and weekends.
• Shifts may be extended or modified based on operational needs.
• Willingness to work overtime and be recalled at short notice.