Aurora DriverAurora's mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly. The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone. We're searching for a Class A Driver based in Laredo, TX. You 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.
Employment Type: This is a 6-month assignment with the potential to extend.
Schedule:
We are currently hiring for multiple shifts pending location, including both day and night shifts. Please note that shift days rotate and include weekends.
In this role, you will:- Safely pilot 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
- 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.
Maintain active and current status within required partner applications. This includes ensuring up to date user accounts, profile information, and necessary access permissions are configured and regularly verified across all critical third-party vendor
and sustain all mandatory certifications and accreditations as designated by management, compliance bodies, or critical partner agreements.
Work toward quantitative and qualitative goals that impact all of Vehicle Operations and Aurora
Interact with the public as an ambassador for Aurora
Required Qualifications:- Minimum 3 years of experience driving trucks commercially
- Valid U.S. Driver's License
- Interstate Class-A Commercial Driver's License
- Driving record must pass Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) guidelines
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to prioritize and make strategic decisions proactively
- Ability to travel as needed: (up to 50%)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.
Is at least 21 years of age
Must pass DOT physical
Meet all DOT qualifications
Desired Qualifications:- Truck driver trainer/instructor experience
- 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.
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. The successful candidate will also be eligible for benefits.
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.
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At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization's long-term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.
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