Autonomous Vehicle Operator, South San Francisco (PM Shift, 12-Month Duration)

Nuro•San Francisco, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Nuro is seeking Autonomous Vehicle Operators (AVOs) to join their growing operations team. In this role, you will operate autonomous test vehicles equipped with proprietary software and hardware, contributing to the training of self-driving technology. Professionalism, care, and personal accountability are essential, as adherence to safety culture and standards of conduct is expected. Candidates must pass various in-vehicle and out-of-vehicle training checkpoints.

Requirements

Able to reliably work 5 days a week on one of the following shifts: Afternoon/Evening: 2:00pm-10:30pm PT (Thu-Mon), Afternoon/Evening: 2:00pm-10:30pm PT (Fri - Tue), or Afternoon/Evening: 2:00pm-10:30pm PT (Sat-Wed)
Current valid California driver's license
Have been in possession of a US license for 3+ years
Clean driving record
Can pass a criminal background check and drug test
Passion to learn about processes and autonomous vehicles
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Comfortably communicate through modern online collaboration platforms (e.g., Slack, Google Meet, or similar)
Comfortable operating standard field equipment, including laptops, tablets, and smartphones
Strong problem-solving skills by remaining calm and resourceful under pressure to troubleshoot operational issues
Strong collaboration and time management skills
Able to work independently or in small groups for periods without direct supervision
Self-driven and able to stay focused and goal oriented while adapting to frequent changes and evolving conditions
Proven record of reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance

Responsibilities

Operate a vehicle in manual and autonomous mode up to 8 hours per day in diverse traffic conditions while adhering to proper safety and operational driving procedures
Utilize proprietary ground-breaking software to collect data in a variety of real-world situations, while simultaneously providing detailed and accurate feedback to engineers
Troubleshoot operational issues in real time and collaborate with Mission Operations (dispatch) team as needed to resolve as quickly as possible and hit mileage collection targets
Conduct daily vehicle inspection checks before and after missions
Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, including but not limited to washing vehicles, putting air in tires, etc.
Occasionally interact with members of the public to educate them on autonomous vehicle technologies and behaviors
Occasionally serve as a company ambassador by safely and confidently conducting high-profile ridealongs for senior leadership (CEO, President, VPs), major stakeholders, investors, and engineers, balancing safe operations with professional communication, fielding general questions, and strategically deferring technical inquiries
Monitor onboard safety and navigational systems while maintaining constant situational awareness and adherence to safety protocols while driving