Truck Operations Specialist

Aurora Innovation•Palmer, TX

16d•$30 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Aurora’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. At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn. Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Palmer, Texas based Terminal Operator who will prepare and inspect inbound and outbound autonomous vehicles, trailers, vendors, and other equipment and ensure that the Terminal is both a safe and efficient operating environment. This role requires the ability to operate Class-8 tractors within a yard and cross-functional collaboration and communication, a bias for action, proven experience maintaining operational quality control, and a detail-oriented mindset dedicated to continuous improvement. Work Schedule: Weekend nights

Requirements

Based in Palmer, TX with local, intra/interstate travel required 30-50% of time
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
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
Excellent written and verbal communications
Attention to detail
Proactive in finding creative solutions
Self Starter - someone who “models the way”
Familiar and functional understanding of logistics dispatching processes, procedures and tools
Logistics fleet operations experience strongly preferred
Ability to operate independently without managerial oversight
Thorough understanding and application of OSHA, DOT, FMCSA regulations with a working understanding of commercial vehicle equipment and inspection
Ability to interact well with outside vendors in the best interest of the company

Nice To Haves

Previous CVSA commercial vehicle inspection certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe, efficient, and inclusive working environment
Support initial build out of Terminals to support safe and efficient operation
Prepare, inspect, and monitor advanced technology assets, including Autonomous Tractors, Aurora and third party trailers, scales, etc.
Ferry hardware between facilities, when needed
Identify opportunities for improvement and the solutions to be implemented
Work closely with cross functional teams within the company (IT, Safety, Security, Software, Workplace, Product, etc) to ensure that site and infrastructure upgrades are completed in a timely manner and to the expected quality standards of Aurora.
Establish and follow consistent intake cadence for equipment and supplies
Creation of reports regarding equipment and terminal maintenance, repairs, safety and other occurrences for supervisors and other relevant staff