Vehicle Operations Specialist

Royalty Hospitality Staffing•San Francisco, CA

4d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

As a Vehicle Operations Specialist (VOS) for on-road testing, you are the link between cutting-edge AI and the unpredictability of the open road. This isn't simply a "driving job"—it's a technical role that requires the focus of a pilot and the analytical mind of a tester. You will operate vehicles with proprietary technology, providing real-time feedback to engineering teams to ensure the fleet is safe, efficient, and smarter every day.

Requirements

A pristine driving history (no major infractions in the last 5+ years).
Cannot have more than 1 violation point count.
Ability to navigate complex software interfaces and troubleshoot basic hardware/connectivity issues.
High "situational awareness"—the ability to remain hyper-focused for long durations in a repetitive environment.
Strong written English skills for technical reporting and clear verbal skills for real-time communications.
Comfort with a rapidly changing environment; you might be testing a new software build every single day.
High School Diploma or GED.
Valid U.S. Driver’s License for at least 5 years.
Ability to work flexible hours (including nights and weekends).
Must pass a rigorous background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience in fleet operations and/or precision driving.
Experience in the AV industry or testing complex hardware/software systems.
Knowledge of vehicle dynamics or basic automotive mechanics.

Responsibilities

Monitor vehicle software systems while upholding safe operational protocols and full legal compliance.
Execute specific test cases (e.g. navigating construction zones, roundabouts, heavy pedestrian traffic, etc.) and document system performance accordingly.
Provide concise, high-quality verbal and written feedback on non-ideal vehicle behaviors and edge-case scenarios.
Perform pre-and-post-trip vehicle inspections, ensuring sensors (LiDAR, Cameras, Radar) are clean and report major, operational concerns accordingly.
Work directly with Software and Hardware Engineers to troubleshoot issues identified during your shift(s).