Vehicle Test Assistant

Transdev•Atwater, CA

6d•$21 - $24

About The Position

Description Overview: Our team has developed a strong culture of safety, professionalism and personal responsibility, we expect all team members to adhere to team standards of conduct. We have developed a strong team culture of safety and respect and expect everyone to adhere to team standards of conduct. The Vehicle Test Assistant plays an integral role in helping our drivers test prototype vehicles. He/she simulates “everyday” city traffic that’s seen on the road. He/she will develop a unique sense of how to safely maneuver around vehicles that are running proprietary software and hardware Transdev is proud to offer: Competitive compensation package of minimum $21.00 – maximum $24.00 Benefits include: Vacation: minimum of one (1) week Sick days: 5 days Holidays: 6 days Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability. The above listed benefits are the Corporate office policy. Benefits vary by location.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Meets driver requirements, including driving record and criminal history under applicable regulations and laws in the state(s) in which the self-driving vehicle monitor will be working.
Minimum of 3 years of experience driving on public roads with a clean driving record
Proficiency with using a touchscreen smartphone (Android preferred by not required).
Must have good attention to detail and be able to quickly and concisely describe their thoughts
Capable of responding quickly and simultaneously to multiple scenarios
Adapt quickly to new and developing technology
Cross-functional verbal and written communication and issue escalation
Must be able to safely maneuver around autonomous vehicles
Must be able to spend up to 45 hours, in a workweek, either walking around, riding a bicycle, and driving a vehicle on a closed course
Must be able to withstand working outdoors in inclement weather
Must be able to work specific shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and/or weekends
Must be eager, self-starter, and demonstrate good judgment, in fast-paced, high stress environments
Punctual, reliable, and team player
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Travel up to 10% of the time
Must be 21 years old
All Transdev employees must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Safety Sensitive Positions will also be subject to a physical screening
Employees must maintain an acceptable Driving Record suitable to being approved to drive as part of their regular duties.
Ability to qualify for an Autonomous Vehicle Tester (AVT) license in states and positions where it’s required
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions for any employer at any time as required by the USCIS.

Responsibilities

Maintain Transdev’s high standard of safety, inside and outside of the vehicle
Consistently demonstrate situational awareness, an understanding of the technology in his/her care, and a willingness to constantly adjust to changes in the environment
Be the deputy for technology by communicating courteously always with management, engineers, and the public
Operate with safety as the primary goal
Work closely with vehicle safety operators and provide detailed and accurate feedback about the testing
Will emulate a pedestrian, bicyclist, motorcyclist and/or motor vehicle driver
Set up/build small props
Comply with Transdev’s Autonomous Vehicle Division zero-tolerance policy regarding the use of alcohol or drugs during a shift, including randomized drug testing
All other duties as assigned