Truck Operations Specialist

Aurora•Midland, TX

3d•$31 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Aurora is seeking a Class A Driver based in Midland, Texas, to support autonomous trucking development and commercial pilot operations. The role involves piloting autonomous semi trucks on public roads and closed courses, monitoring the Aurora Driver during periods of autonomy, and recording real-time feedback about vehicle and autonomy performance for engineering teams. The assignment is for six months, with the potential to extend. Multiple shifts are available; shifts rotate and include weekends. The specialist works with teams across Aurora, raises operational blockers and suggests solutions, keeps up with software and operational changes, and maintains required certifications, accreditations, and access to partner applications. The role also includes working toward Vehicle Operations goals and representing Aurora to the public. About 80% of shift time is spent in the vehicle. Travel may be required up to 50%, and regular overtime and some weekend work are expected.

Requirements

At least 3 years of commercial truck-driving experience.
Valid U.S. Driver’s License.
Interstate Class-A Commercial Driver’s License.
Driving record must meet Motor Vehicle Report guidelines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and make proactive strategic decisions.
Ability to travel as needed, up to 50%.
Availability for night shifts, including second and/or third shift, and rotating shifts as needed.
Ability to work regular overtime and some weekends.
Must pass pre-employment, post-incident, and randomized drug testing in accordance with FMCSA requirements.
At least 21 years of age.
Must pass a DOT physical and meet all DOT qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Truck driver trainer or instructor experience.
Truck technician experience.
Inquisitive attitude and interest in problem-solving.
Experience in operations, technology, customer service, or the automotive field.
Experience working collaboratively as a team player.
Proficiency with G-Suite.
Command-line interface experience.
Interest and aptitude for technology tools, such as apps, gaming, or Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

Safely pilot autonomous semi trucks during on-road and closed-course testing for development and commercial pilot operations.
Remain alert while monitoring the Aurora Driver during extended periods of autonomous driving.
Record real-time feedback on autonomy and vehicle platform performance for engineers.
Escalate operational blockers and suggest solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout Aurora and contribute to cross-functional projects as time permits.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of how the self-driving technology works, including daily software and operational changes.
Maintain current status, user accounts, profile information, and access permissions in required partner applications and third-party vendor platforms.
Achieve and maintain certifications and accreditations required by management, compliance bodies, or partner agreements.
Work toward quantitative and qualitative goals affecting Vehicle Operations and Aurora.
Interact with the public as an ambassador for Aurora.