Truck Operations Specialist

About the role

The Aurora Driver will help change the commercial trucking industry and play a key role in delivering data to engineers in an effort to continually improve our product.

Responsibilities

• Safely pilot and copilot autonomous semi trucks for on road and closed course testing in service of our development and commercial pilot operations
• 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
• Provide out-of-vehicle support for structured track testing, including operating passenger vehicles and other equipment to execute tests across the track network
• Escalate operational blockers with suggested solutions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams throughout Aurora to help drive progress on Aurora’s mission
• 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

• Interstate Class-A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License (in addition to the CDL)
• Minimum 3 years of experience driving trucks commercially
• Driving record must pass Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) guidelines
• Must pass DOT physical and meet all DOT qualification standards
• Must pass pre-employment, post-incident, and randomized drug testing in accordance with FMCSA requirements
• Is at least 25 years of age
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to use laptops and tablets to launch test missions, monitor real-time data feeds, and enter detailed digital logs
• Able to prioritize and make strategic decisions proactively
• Able to travel up to 50% or as needed
• Able to work rotating shifts as needed, and regular overtime and weekends

Qualifications

• 80% of shift time spent in vehicle (vehicle as office)

Skills

• 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 Google Workspace Products (Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets)
• Command line interface experience
• Interest and aptitude for technology tools - apps, gaming, adobe creative suite, etc.

Benefits

Working at Aurora At Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks. We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week. Our Careers page provides insight into what it is like to work at Aurora, and you can find all the latest updates in our Newsroom.

Pay

The base hourly wage range for this position is $31.00 - $38.50 per hour. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Schedule

We are currently hiring for multiple shifts pending location, including both day and night shifts. Please note that shift days may include weekends.

Benefits

The successful candidate will also be eligible for benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.